Hrithik Roshan pays tribute to late filmmaker MM Baig
What's the story
Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan has paid a heartfelt tribute to late filmmaker MM Baig, who was found dead at his residence earlier this week. Baig, known for his work in Hindi films and as the father of former child actor Baby Guddu, reportedly passed away alone after battling illness for some time. In an emotional note on X (formerly Twitter), Roshan remembered how Baig had helped him build confidence as an actor during a crucial phase of his career.
Actor's tribute
'You helped me gain confidence over my speech...'
Roshan wrote, "My dear Baig ji, I will forever be grateful to you for being the teacher I so needed at the start of my journey as an actor." "You helped me gain confidence over my speech and delivery...you were instrumental in shaping the actor in me." "For helping me overcome my shyness, at the same time empowering my vulnerability." "I was lost. And you helped me find my way. Back when I was only 18 years old."
Twitter Post
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My dear Baigji, I will forever be grateful
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) February 21, 2026to you for being the teacher I so needed at the start of my journey as an actor. You helped me gain confidence over my speech and delivery ... you were instrumental in shaping the actor in me. For helping me overcome my shyness , at the…
Investigation details
Baig was living alone
Baig's publicist, Hanif Zaveri, revealed that the director had been unwell for a while and was living alone. "He was unwell for quite some time. Since he hadn't come out of the house for four-five days, the neighbors complained to the cops about a foul smell coming from his house," Zaveri told PTI. "The police opened the door and found Baig sahab's dead body and informed his daughter about it." He was reportedly in his 70s.
Career highlights
Career and early days
Baig started his career as an assistant director to J Om Prakash, Rakesh Roshan, and Vimal Kumar on films like Aadmi Khilona Hai, Karz Chukana Hai, Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharnii, Kala Bazaar, and Kishen Kanhaiya. He was known for his technical expertise and understanding of performance craft. Zaveri also spoke about Baig's contribution to Roshan's career. "Baig sahab shared a warm equation with Rakesh Roshan sahab. He helped Hrithik with diction, voice modulation...this was much before...Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai."