Moushumi Chatterjee Requests Privacy Following Husband Jayants Passing

Mumbai, November 15 (Daily Kiran) : Senior actress Moushumi Chatterjee has appealed for privacy following the death of her husband, Jayant Chatterjee. She has requested that people allow her and her daughter some space to grieve during this difficult time.

In an emotional note shared on social media, Moushumi confirmed her husband’s passing and expressed gratitude for the prayers and support she has received.

“My husband Jayant, whom his close ones affectionately called ‘Babu,’ is no longer with us. My daughter and I kindly ask for some time and space during this tough period. We are sincerely grateful for your prayers and support,” she wrote.

Jayant Mukherjee passed away on November 12 at their residence in Mumbai due to age-related illnesses. B.N. Tiwari, president of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), confirmed the news, stating that Jayant had been struggling with health issues for some time.

Following his death, their daughter Megha announced that a prayer meeting will be held in his memory on November 15.

The statement read, “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of my father, Mr. Jayant Hemant Mukherjee, on November 12, 2026. A prayer meeting will be held on November 15, 2026, Sunday, at ‘Shri Khatwari Darbar,’ 366 Shri Khatwari Darbar Marg, Linking Road, Khar West, Mumbai 400052, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.”

Known affectionately as ‘Babu’ among his family and friends, Jayant was the son of renowned singer and composer Hemant Kumar. He carved out a distinct identity in the entertainment industry as a film and television producer, contributing to projects like “Majaak” (1975) and “Do Ladke Dono Kadke” (1979). He also worked on the television series “Talash” (1992).