MUMBAI: Tusshar Kapoor, the famous actor in the Bollywood fraternity, stepped down from his post of non-executive non-independent director of Balaji Telefilms. The resignation is effective from 27 March. The actor holds an MBA degree from Michigan University.

“Pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Para A of Schedule III of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, we wish to inform you that Mr. Tusshar Kapoor, Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of the Company has tendered his resignation from the office of the Director of the Company with effect from March 27,2019, due to personal reason and pre occupation,” the company said in a BSE filing.

Balaji Telefilms started its journey as a private limited company back in 1994 which went public in 2000. After producing renowned TV shows such as Kyu Ki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bhau Thi, Bade Achhe Lagte Hai, Pavitra Rishta, Naagin for years, the company also ventured into online video streaming space with ALTBalaji.