Poonam Dhillon, the President of the Cine TV Artistes Association, expressed her profound sadness over the passing of Pahlaj Nihalani, a celebrated film producer and former chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Nihalani, who died on June 4, 2026, at the age of 76, was a significant figure in the Hindi film industry, known for producing hits like 'Aankhen' and 'Shola Aur Shabnam'. Dhillon recalled their long friendship, which spanned nearly four decades, stating that the news of his death was both shocking and deeply painful. She emphasized Nihalani's loyalty as a friend and his ability to honor relationships. His family confirmed his death and announced that the cremation would take place at Santacruz Hindu Crematorium. Nihalani's career began in the early 1980s, and he was associated with numerous successful films, leaving a lasting impact on Bollywood.