Filmmaker Kuku Kohli Dies at 77 After Heart Attack in Mumbai
Veteran filmmaker Kuku Kohli, known for launching Ajay Devgn's career with the 1991 film Phool Aur Kaante, died at 77 due to a massive heart attack in Mumbai's Kokilaben Hospital. Kohli, who began his career under Raj Kapoor, directed several notable films including Suhaag, Haqeeqat, and Anari No. 1. He is survived by his wife, actress Aruna Irani, and two daughters from his first marriage. His funeral was held at Oshiwara crematorium.
First-hand measurement across 14 sources
We measured how 14 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: oneindia, english, indiatvnews, hindustantimes, ndtv, thetribune, timesnow, mint, and 6 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 25 Aug, 03:31 pm. Other outlets followed.