Darshan Kumar Of T-Series Passes Away

MUMBAI-Darshan Kumar, the younger brother of T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar, passed away on April 18 in Delhi. He was 70.

Several members of the music industry and well-wishers paid tribute to him on social media after news of his demise emerged.

Singer Mika Singh was among the first to share the news through a post on his official Instagram handle.

He wrote, “Just heard the heartbreaking news that Darshan Kumar ji, the owner of T-Series, has left us with his beautiful memories. He was truly a great man and always so helpful. He launched and supported so many singers and gave opportunities to countless talents. (sic)”

Darshan Kumar played a significant role in helping T-Series, the music label established by his brother Gulshan Kumar in 1983, grow during its early years.

While T-Series is now led by Chairman Bhushan Kumar along with Krishan Kumar, Darshan Kumar held a senior position in the company in its earlier phase. However, he preferred to keep a low profile and stayed away from the limelight.

In a rare public appearance, Darshan Kumar was last seen in 2025, when devotional singer Mani Ladla shared a picture with him and recalled a personal meeting.

Gulshan Kumar founded Super Cassettes Industries Private Limited, later known as T-Series, and played a major role in transforming the Indian music industry by making devotional songs and film soundtracks widely accessible.

Gulshan Kumar was fatally shot outside the Jeeteshwar Mahadev Temple in Mumbai, in 1997, shocking the nation. (IANS)–