The Co-Founder & Managing Director of Qyuki Digital Media, Samir Bangara passed away this morning in a motorcycle accident. The news about Samir’s demise was first shared on social media by singer and music composer, Vishal Dadlani.
Shocked by the news, Vishal tweeted:
Just heard that @samirbangara is no more. Horrible, heartbreaking news. Man’s been a friend for a long time. Such a good guy, so straight-up. Helped so many people build careers out of nothing! His legacy will remain.
Much love & strength to the family. 🙏🏼
2020, enough please!
— VISHAL DADLANI (@VishalDadlani) June 14, 2020
Besides Vishal, singers Armaan Malik and Harshdeep Kaur also reacted to the news.
Have no words at all .. I am truly very very shocked. 💔
— ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) June 14, 2020
Such shocking news. This is terrible.
— Harshdeep Kaur (@HarshdeepKaur) June 14, 2020
Filmmaker Guneet Monga shared that she lost her superpower today.
I lost my super power today @samirbangara you have been a mentor / friend / business guide and the biggest cheer leader…. you belived in me like no one else in this world.
what happens to our afternoon catch up call today.
Can’t believe this. Please come back 🙁
— Guneet Monga (@guneetm) June 14, 2020
Social activist and filmmaker, Ashoke Pandit and entrepreneur Mahesh Murthy expressed their grief too.
Have a look:
Shocked to hear about the untimely demise of @samirbangara. Deepest condolences to his family and the @MyQyuki team. ॐ शांति। 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/h6GAk4oxuw
— Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) June 14, 2020
Really really really shocked to hear of @samirbangara passing away.
We spent many months together @Indiagames with @vishalgondal and then in his later ventures too.
Gosh. You will be missed man! 🙁
— Mahesh Murthy (@maheshmurthy) June 14, 2020
Samir is survived by his wife, son and daughter. He has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of many artists and influencers, and this is a major loss to the digital industry in India. Our prayers are with his family and the entire Qyuki team. May his soul rest in peace.