Quick Info
| Profession | Director, Producer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 03/09/1941 |
| Age | 84 years (died on 13, Feb, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Lahore, Undivided India (now Pakistan) |
| Date of Death | 13/02/2026 |
Latest News about Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra
13/02/2026
Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra, son of filmmaker Ramanand Sagar and a co-producer of the television classic Ramayan, died in Mumbai at the age of 84. He had reportedly been living with Parkinson's disease for 10-12 years before his death. His last rites were held in Mumbai on 13 February 2026, with family members and people from the film industry in attendance.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Anand Sagar |
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| Famous for | Being son of Ramanand Sagar, creator of TV serial Ramayana; co-producer and director of mythological television serials |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Weight | 60 Kg (132 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Gray |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Don Bosco High School, Mumbai, Maharashtra |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Khatri |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Ramanand Sagar |
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| Mother | Leelavati Sagar |
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| Spouse | Nisha Sagar Chopra |
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Career
| Overview | Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra was deeply entrenched in the film and television industry from a young age, being born into the Sagar family. He was a co-producer of the acclaimed television series 'Ramayan' (1987-1988), which became a cultural touchstone in Indian television history. He directed the 2008 remake of Ramayan and was instrumental in producing numerous mythological serials including Alif Laila (1993), Jai Jai Bajrangbali, and Jai Shivshankar. He also contributed to films such as Aankhen and Armaan under the family banner 'Sagar Arts', playing a pivotal role in the second generation management of the production house and continuing his father's legacy in the entertainment landscape. |
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| Notable Works | Ramayan (1987-1988, co-producer), Ramayan (2008, director), Alif Laila (1993), Jai Jai Bajrangbali, Jai Shivshankar, Aankhen, Armaan, Char, Premhan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Anand was raised in a filmmaking environment, which influenced his career choices. | |
| 2. He was part of the management team for Sagar Arts, taking up responsibilities that reflected the family's legacy in production. | |
| 3. His brother Prem Sagar passed away shortly before his own death, highlighting the close-knit nature of the Sagar family. | |
| 4. He suffered from Parkinson's disease for approximately 10-12 years before his death. | |
| 5. Anand was the youngest son of Ramanand Sagar and Leelavati Sagar. | |
| 6. He was raised in a filmmaking environment, which influenced his career choices. | |
| 7. Actress Bhagyashree attended his last rites ceremony in Mumbai. |