Shakti Kapoor reacts to viral death hoax after car accident rumours: ‘My death news is all fake’

Veteran Bollywood actor Shakti Kapoor recently became the target of a viral death hoax after false social media posts claimed that he had died in a car accident. The rumours quickly spread across platforms, leaving fans shocked and concerned before the actor himself stepped forward to dismiss the claims.

On May 7, 2026, Shakti Kapoor shared a video on Instagram and clarified that the reports about his death were completely fake. In the clip, the actor directly addressed fans and said, “Hello everyone, my death news is all fake. I am healthy, happy. Please ignore it.” His statement soon went viral, with several fans expressing relief in the comments section.

The actor also revealed that the fake reports deeply affected his family members and close friends. Disturbed by the circulation of misinformation, Kapoor stated that he plans to take legal action and file a cyber complaint against those responsible for spreading the rumours online.

Known for his massive contribution to Hindi cinema, Shakti Kapoor has acted in more than 700 films over a career spanning four decades. From comedy to villainous roles, he built a unique identity in Bollywood and became especially popular for his comic villain characters during the 1980s and 1990s. One of his most remembered performances remains the eccentric Crime Master Gogo from the cult comedy Andaz Apna Apna.

Born as Sunil Kapoor in Delhi, the actor later adopted the screen name “Shakti” after a suggestion from veteran actor Sunil Dutt. He is also known as the father of Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor and actor Siddhanth Kapoor.

Despite the recent rumours, Shakti Kapoor continues to stay professionally active. The actor is reportedly associated with upcoming projects including Hera Pheri 3, Animal 2, and O Romeo, while also appearing across digital content and music videos, keeping his long-standing fanbase excited for more appearances.