Veteran actor filmmaker and producer Dheeraj Kumar died at 79 due to prolonged illness. The renowned actor passed away in Mumbai. According to media reports Dheeraj Kumar was diagnosed with acute respiratory distress. The veteran actor was rushed to the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in the Andheri region on Monday. Veteran actor director Dheeraj Kumar dies at 79 Later it was found out that Dheeraj Kumar was diagnosed with acute pneumonia and was later shifted to the intensive care unit (ICU). On 6 July (Monday) Dheeraj Kumars family released an official statement on his deteriorating health. It was the production team that confirmed the news of the veteran star being admitted to the hospital. Dheeraj was being closely monitored by doctors and was given the necessary treatment for his diagnosis. The family requests prayers for his speedy recovery and urges everyone to respect their privacy during this difficult time issued an official statement. This is a developing story further details will be added.