Bollywood superstar Salman Khan made a compassionate visit to the residence of Joyce Polycrap, the mother of Malaika Arora, on Thursday, September 12, to extend his heartfelt condolences following the tragic passing of Anil Mehta, Malaika Arora’s father.
The passing of Anil Mehta has cast a pall over Malaika Arora and her family. The sudden loss has been deeply felt, and the family is currently in a period of mourning as they come to terms with their grief. In these somber times, support from loved ones and friends becomes particularly significant.
Salman Khan, known for his close ties with Malaika Arora, showed his support by visiting her mother Joyce Polycrap’s house. The actor, dressed in a simple yet respectful black denim and shirt, arrived amidst a heavy security presence, reflecting the respect and privacy that the family is being afforded during this difficult time.
Earlier in the day, Shahrukh Khan’s wife Gauri Khan, along with many other noted celebrities such Dia Mirza, Bhavana Pandey, Shilpa Shetty, Shamita Shetty visited Malaika’s mother Joyce’s house to express their condolences.
Malaika's parents divorced when she was 11, and she moved to Chembur with her mother and sister Amrita. Her mother, Joyce Polycarp, is a Malayali Christian, and her father was a Punjabi Hindu from the Indian border town of Fazilka who worked in the Indian Merchant Navy.