Overview

• Riteish announced Tiwari’s passing on July 15 via Instagram, calling him his guide, elder brother and family since his 2003 debut.
• Over two decades Tiwari steered Deshmukh through blockbuster comedy franchises such as Masti and Housefull and into Marathi cinema under Mumbai Film Company.
• Tiwari’s career began assisting stalwarts Vinod Khanna and Feroz Khan, cementing his reputation as a seasoned industry strategist before joining Deshmukh’s team.
• Fans and peers have paid tribute online, highlighting Tiwari’s mentorship and behind-the-scenes influence on top Bollywood talents.
• His death has reignited recognition of talent managers’ often-overlooked contributions to shaping film careers in the Indian cinema industry.