Mumbai, February 21 Actor Hrithik Roshan used social media to pay a heartfelt tribute to veteran filmmaker M.M. Baig, who passed away at his home in Andheri West, Mumbai, at the age of 70.
Hrithik shared that he would forever be grateful to the late filmmaker for being a source of support during his early days in the industry.
The 'War' actor credited M.M. Baig for helping him with his speech and also playing a crucial role in shaping him as an actor.
Hrithik revealed that he continues to practice the lessons taught by M.M. Baig to this day.
Offering his condolences to the Baig family in a nostalgic post, the 'Guzaarish' actor wrote on social media, "Dear Baigji, I will forever be grateful to you for being the teacher I so needed at the start of my journey as an actor. You helped me gain confidence in my speech and delivery... you were instrumental in shaping the actor in me. For helping me overcome my shyness, while also empowering my vulnerability. I was lost. And you helped me find my way. When I was only 18 years old. I still practice the lessons to this day. I will miss you. Rest in peace, my teacher - M.M. Baig. My thoughts and prayers for the Baig family."
M.M. Baig began his career in the entertainment industry as an assistant to J. Om Prakash, Vimal Kumar, and Rakesh Roshan on multiple films, including Govinda's "Aadmi Khilona Hai", "Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharnii", and "Karz Chukana Hai", Anil Kapoor-led "Kala Bazaar" and "Kishen Kanhaiya", among others.
Continuing his journey as an independent director, M.M. Baig made two films – Naseeruddin Shah’s "Massom Gawah" (1990), which has not been released yet, and "Chhoti Bahu" (1994), featuring Shilpa Shirodkar.
