Hrithik Roshan's maternal grandfather, noted filmmaker J Om Prakash, passed away at the age of 93 in Mumbai. J Om Prakash passed away at 8 am on August 7, 2019. His funeral will be held at Pawan Hans Vile Parle, Mumbai, at 12:30 pm on August 7.

J Om Prakash was best known for directing films such as Aap Ki Kasam, Aakhir Kyon?, Apna Bana Lo, Apnapan, Aasha, Arpan, Aadmi Khilona Hai. He also produced box office hit films like Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Aas Ka Panchhi, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, and many others.