New Delhi. Renowned art director Nitin Desai has committed suicide at his ND studio in Karjat. Nitin was found dead in his studio on Wednesday. The news of Nitin’s suicide has sent a wave of mourning in the entire film industry. Everyone from Parineeti Chopra, Riteish Deshmukh, Kangana Ranaut, Sanjay Dutt to Madhur Bhandarkar have expressed their condolences on social media and paid their last tributes to Nitin Desai. Let us tell you that Nitin Desai is known for building grand sets of films like Lagaan, Jodha Akbar, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Bajirao Mastani and Devdas.
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Nitin Desai. A brilliant art director and a good friend, his contribution to Indian cinema has been monumental. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) August 2, 2023
Actor Sanjay Dutt tweeted and wrote- ‘Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Nitin Desai. A brilliant art director and a good friend, his contribution to Indian cinema has been monumental. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
Sharing the post of paparazzi on her Instagram stories, Kangana Ranaut wrote- ‘What a terrible news!!! Beyond shocked…the pain cannot be described in words…Om Shanti.
Heartbreaking to hear about Nitin sir. #NitinDesai, His groundbreaking work, wisdom and artistry will be remembered forever. Rest in peace sir.
— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) August 2, 2023
Parineeti Chopra also condoled the demise of Nitin Desai. Parineeti wrote- ‘Heartbroken to hear about Nitin sir. #NitinDesai His phenomenal work, intelligence & artistry will always be remembered. May your soul rest in peace sir.
Just heard the devastating news about the passing of multiple National award-winning Art Director Nitin Desai. It’s hard to believe. Had the privilege of working with him on four remarkable films. #TrafficSignal, #fashion , #jail , #InduSarkar His immense talent and extrovert… pic.twitter.com/3vGKYekaA2
— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) August 2, 2023
Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar shared a few pictures with Nitin Desai and mentioned the films in which they worked together. He wrote- ‘Just heard the devastating news about the demise of multiple national award winning art director Nitin Desai. it’s hard to believe. Had the privilege of working with him in four notable films. His immense talent in TrafficSignal, Fashion, Jail and InduSarkar made each project unforgettable. Indian cinema has lost a true gem. Heartfelt condolences to his family members. We will miss you grandpa. Calmness.’
Deeply shocked to know that #NitinDesai, a legendary Production Designer who has contributed immensely to the growth of Indian cinema in no more. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
I had known him for years.. soft spoken, humble, ambitious & a visionary… you… pic.twitter.com/Pgkz4Mx3K7— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 2, 2023
Actor Riteish Deshmukh called Nitin Desai a visionary and said that he has known him for a long time. He wrote- ‘Deeply shocked to know that #NitinDesai, a great production designer who contributed immensely to the development of Indian cinema, is no more. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. I knew him over the years…soft spoken, humble, ambitious and visionary…you will be missed my friend. Calmness.’