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Ratan Tata, the visionary industrialist who transformed the Tata Group into a global powerhouse, left an indelible mark on India's business landscape before passing away at 86. His legacy extends beyond the corporate world, as he also explored the realm of Bollywood film production. In 2004, Tata co-produced the romantic psychological thriller Aetbaar, directed by Vikram Bhatt and starring Amitabh Bachchan, John Abraham, and Bipasha Basu.

Aetbaar was inspired by the Hollywood film Fear and revolved around a protective father investigating his daughter's obsessive boyfriend. Despite its promising cast and plot, the movie failed to impress at the box office, earning only Rs 7.96 crore against its Rs 9.50 crore budget. This setback led Tata to step back from film production, focusing instead on his business ventures.

Ratan Tata Demise

Ratan Tata passed away at the age of 86. On Monday, he had addressed speculation via social media, stating he was undergoing routine medical checks due to his age.

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran released a statement on Wednesday night, mourning the loss of Ratan Tata. He honored Mr. Tata's remarkable commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation.

Mr Chandrasekaran said, “It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr. Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation.”

He further added, “For the Tata Group, Mr. Tata was more than a chairperson. To me, he was a mentor, guide and friend. He inspired by example. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation, the Tata Group under his stewardship expanded its global footprint while always remaining true to its moral compass.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condoled the demise of Ratan Tata. He wrote on X, “Shri Ratan Tata Ji was a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being. He provided stable leadership to one of India's oldest and most prestigious business houses. At the same time, his contribution went far beyond the boardroom. He endeared himself to several people thanks to his humility, kindness and an unwavering commitment to making our society better.”

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