Indian actress Gauahar Khan’s father Zafar Ahmed Khan has died early morning on Friday.

As per the details, he was hospitalized at a Mumbai hospital and was receiving treatment.

Bigg Boss winner took to her Instagram handle and shared a heartfelt note for her late father, calling him her hero.

Gauahar’s best friend Preeti Simones confirmed the news of his demise. She shared a video and wrote, “mere Gauahar ke pappa…To the man I loved…Lived with pride … and will be remembered with pride… Strength and Love. To the family.”

“My Hero. No man like u, ever! My father has passed, to the ever after as an Angel. Alhamdulillah. His passing away was a testament to his beautiful life and the best soul he was. Forever My Pappa. I love you oh so much. I am sooooo much of you Pappa. N yet can never ever be even a percent of your magnanimous personality. #MyForeverShiningStar Keep him in your prayers please.”