MUMBAI: Tahir Hussain, noted Bollywood producer and father of Aamir Khan, died today following a massive cardiac arrest. He was 79 years old.

Hussain has contributed to Bollywood as an actor, writer, director and producer. He has acted in movies including Pyar Ka Mausam and Dil Deke Dekho. He has also produced blockbusters including Anamika, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke and Caravan.

With Tum Mere Ho Hussain made his directorial debut, where he directed his son Aamir Khan.

Aamir Khan, who was in Los Angeles, is flying back to India today. The funeral takes place tomorrow evening.

Hussian is survived by his wife, sons Aamir Khan and Faisal Khan and daughters Farhat and Nikhat.