Bollywood Mourns the Passing of Iconic Matriarch Zarine Khan at 81

On November 7, 2025, the entertainment industry mourned the passing of Zarine Khan, the former model and actress who was the matriarch of the Khan family. Zarine, who was 81 years old, breathed her last at her Mumbai residence after battling age-related ailments in recent months.

Married to actor-filmmaker Sanjay Khan since 1966, Zarine was widely respected for her grace, warmth, and dignified presence at industry gatherings. She is survived by her husband and their four children - Simone Arora, Farah Khan Ali, interior designer Sussanne Khan, and actor Zayed Khan. The Khan family has always spoken fondly of Zarine's influence as a guiding force in their personal and professional lives.

Though Zarine maintained a low public profile over the years, she was considered a respected figure in the entertainment and fashion circles. Her early work as a model and actress earned her recognition, but she eventually dedicated most of her life to her family. Zarine's passing marks the end of an era for the Khan household, which has been a significant part of Bollywood's social and cultural fabric for decades.