Prominent director Sanjay Gupta, who is known for his films like Kaante, Shootout at Wadala, and Mumbai Saga, is no more. It is alleged that the director passed away after he suffered an accidental fall in his bathroom due to slipping.

Actor Kamaal R Khan has paid tribute to his death on Twitter. He said that they both were in regular touch every 2 days.

“RIP Sanjay Bhai. I can’t believe that you have left. We were talking almost every 2nd day about films and Bollywood. You were aware about everything so much. I love you Sanjay and I will miss you everyday bro.” KRK wrote

According to reports, Sanjay Gupta fell in his kitchen on the platform, which led to profuse bleeding on his head, but the incident went unnoticed till morning as the other family members were reportedly sleeping. In the morning, he was found dead. However, the exact cause of death can only be confirmed after the post-mortem report.

Versova Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR), and an investigation is underway. Police said no foul play has been found so far.

Known for ‘Kaante’: A Cult Crime Thriller

When Kaante, a film adaptation of The Reservoir Dogs was came in 2002, many felt that the movie was way ahead of its time. The movie had a gripping story and stellar cast like Amitabh Bacchan, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Mahesh Manjerkar and Lucky Ali.

It was the kind of movie that earned respect from the director of Quentin Tarantino, the director of the original plot i.e. movie The Reservoir Dogs.

“Kaante movie was the best recreation of my work, ever” said the director of Reservoir Dogs.

There are reports that Kaante was screen by Quentin Tarantino in New Beverly Cinema some years back, along with Reservoir Dogs.