Raj Kiran (actor)

Raj Kiran Mahtani (born c. 1949/1950, disappeared c. 2009) was an Indian actor who predominantly worked in Bollywood films during the 1980s. He gained prominence for his roles in several popular films, often portraying romantic or dramatic characters.

Some of his notable films include Karz (1980), Baseraa (1981), Ek Nayi Paheli (1984), Arth (1982), and Waaris (1988).

His career declined in the late 1980s and 1990s. Subsequently, he experienced personal and financial difficulties.

In the late 2000s, reports surfaced that Raj Kiran had disappeared from a mental institution in the United States, where he was reportedly receiving treatment for depression. His whereabouts remained unknown for several years, leading to speculation and searches conducted by family members and the film industry.

In 2011, his family, including his daughter Rishika, publicly stated that they had located him living anonymously in an ashram. However, this information was later disputed, and conflicting accounts emerged regarding his true location and condition. As of the current date, Raj Kiran's current status and whereabouts remain unconfirmed and subject to ongoing speculation. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance and subsequent life are complex and involve conflicting accounts and unverified information.