Indian actor Joy Mukherjee dies at 73

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Joy Mukherjee, 73, who starred in hits in the '60s, died Friday morning after prolonged illness in Mumbai.

"He passed away Friday morning at 9.30am. He died due to prolonged illness and old age. His lungs were not functioning and he could not breathe, hence he was on ventilator. His condition was critical since last three days," Joy Mukherhee's spokesperson said.

The actor was admitted to the Leelavati hospital on Monday.

Joy’s father Sashadhar Mukherjee was married to legendary actor Ashok Kumar's sister Sati Devi and was the co-founder of Filmalaya Studios.

His brothers are Deb Mukherjee and Shomu Mukherjee. Shomu is married to actress Tanuja & their daughters are actresses Kajol and Tanisha.

His memorable films are: “Love in Simla", "Phir Wohi Dil Laya Hoon", "Love in Tokyo", "Ziddi", "Ek Musafir Ek Hasina" to name a few.