Suneil Anand, the only son of legendary actor-filmmaker Dev Anand and actor Kalpana Kartik, has passed away at the age of 70. According to reports, he suffered a heart attack in London on July 26. Family Confirms the NewsThe news of his demise was confirmed by family members through an official statement shared by his niece, Gina Narang. The family also appealed for privacy during this difficult time.Sharing the message, she said, "With heavy hearts, our family mourns the passing of Suneil Anand. We are comforted by the outpouring of love, prayers, and support, for which we are truly grateful. We kindly request privacy as we navigate this difficult time together."Who was Suneil AnandBorn on June 30, 1956, in Zurich, Suneil Anand belonged to one of Indian cinema’s most influential families. His father, Dev Anand, was a towering figure of Hindi cinema’s golden era, while his mother, Kalpana Kartik, was known for films like Baazi, Taxi Driver, and House No. 44.Education and Entry into FilmsSuneil studied business administration at American University before stepping into the world of films. He began his journey by assisting his father on several projects before eventually making his own mark in the industry.Acting Career and Notable FilmsHe made his acting debut with "Anand Aur Anand" in 1984, a film directed by his father. The project introduced him as the next-generation face of the Anand family in Bollywood. He later featured in films such as "Car Thief" (1986), "Main Tere Liye" (1988), and "Master" (2001).Work Behind the CameraApart from acting, Suneil Anand also explored filmmaking. He directed the martial arts film "Master", released in 2001. Although he did not achieve the same commercial success as his father, he remained closely connected to the film industry through both acting and direction.[With TOI inputs]