Who was Anand Sagar Chopra? Ramayan creator, Ramanand Sagar’s son who passed away at 84

Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra, a renowned filmmaker, passed away on February 13, 2026, at the age of 84. He had been battling Parkinson's disease for the past 10-12 years. His death has deeply impacted the film and television industry. The family confirmed that his last rites were held on February 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM at the Hindu cremation ground in Pawan Hans, Mumbai. The Sagar family and the Indian television industry mourn the loss of a significant figure.

Official announcement by family

The family released an official statement expressing their deep sorrow. "It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear father, Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra. The last rites will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 4:30 PM, at Hindu Smashan Bhumi (Pavan Hans)." The family has requested prayers for the departed soul's peace and expressed gratitude to all well-wishers and fans. "Your prayers and blessings for his peaceful journey are sincerely appreciated. Sagar family."

Who was Anand Sagar?

Anand Sagar was also instrumental in the 2008 remake of Ramayana. His work extended to numerous mythological serials, including Alif Laila, Jai Jai Bajrangbali, and Jai Shivshankar. He also contributed to films like Aankhen and Armaan. As a key figure in the second generation of Sagar Arts, he played a crucial role in maintaining and advancing the family's legacy after his father's passing in 2005.

Anand’s work front

Anand also contributed to the film Armaan, which featured the popular song "Ramba Ho Ho Ho," recently recreated for the Ranveer Singh film Durandhar. He co-produced the hit television serial Ramayan (1987-1988), written and directed by his father, Ramanand Sagar, with a cast including Arun Govil, Dipika Chikhlia, Sunil Lahri, Arvind Trivedi, and Dara Singh.

The series was based on Valmiki's ancient text and Tulsidas' epic, Ramcharitmanas. Anand is survived by his wife, Nisha Sagar; children Shakti Sagar, Gauri Sagar, and Amar Sagar; daughter-in-law Vaishali Sagar; and grandchildren Aanya Sagar and Arjun Sagar.

Last year, his brother, Prem Sagar, a television producer-cinematographer, passed away. According to an NDTV report, he was hospitalized in Mumbai and cremated in Juhu. A source told the publication, "He had been unwell for some time and was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. On Sunday, doctors advised that he be taken home. He passed away this morning. The cremation will be held today at 3 pm at Pawan Hans cremation ground in Mumbai."

During the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, the re-telecast of Ramayan garnered record-breaking viewership, captivating a new generation and demonstrating the lasting appeal of the Sagar family's work.