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Founder Of India’s Eros International Arjan Lulla Passes Away In Mumbai

The founder of India’s media and entertainment company, Eros International, Arjan Lulla passed away on Monday (17) in Mumbai. He was the father of Kishore Lulla, current chairman of Eros International Plc.

The cremation of the deceased held at Santacruz West in Mumbai, according to his family sources.


“Our Dad, Arjan Lulla passed away peacefully on Monday December 17. He lived a happy, meaningful and peaceful life. May almighty bless his soul, and may the memories shared with his friends, family and loved ones continue to be honored, cherished and celebrated. We love him and miss him deeply,” said Lulla family in a communication.

Arjan Lulla served as honorary life president at Eros International Media Limited.

Lulla started Eros in 1977 in India. He played a major role in developing his business into one of the biggest content owners and global distributors of Bollywood media.

As a multinational mass media conglomerate, Eros International plc works in the Indian film and entertainment industry. The company co-produces, acquires, and distributes Indian language movies through its film production and distribution subsidiaries and distributes them in multiple formats worldwide.

Presently, the company has huge distribution network that includes over 50 countries. The firm has offices in India, the UK, the United States, the UAE, Australia, and other parts of the world.

Eros International plc, the first Indian media and entertainment firm listed on New York stock exchange.

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