Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Suneel Darshan Confirms Working With Nadeem Despite Murder Allegations
Suneel Darshan, a filmmaker, decided to work with music composer Nadeem Saifi after checking that Nadeem was not involved in the 1997 murder of music mogul Gulshan Kumar.
Nadeem was accused of paying money to the killers, but a UK court said the extradition request was unfair.
The Bombay High Court later upheld the conviction of Abdul Rauf Merchant, who helped the killers.
Nadeem, now living in Dubai, says he is innocent and wants to return to India.
Darshan trusted Nadeem after a personal conversation about his son.
The case shows how legal battles can affect careers in Bollywood.
Suneel Darshan worked with Nadeem Saifi after verifying no involvement in Gulshan Kumar’s 1997 murder.
Nadeem Saifi was a prime suspect, accused of paying Rs 25 lakh to the killers, but a UK court rejected India’s extradition request.
The Bombay High Court upheld the conviction of Abdul Rauf Merchant, noting the killers were hired by Nadeem and Abu Salem.
Nadeem Saifi, now based in Dubai, maintains his innocence and has won his legal case, expressing a desire to return to India.
Darshan cited Nadeem’s assurance and a personal conversation with his son as reasons for believing him.
- Who
- Suneel Darshan, Nadeem Saifi, Gulshan Kumar, Abdul Rauf Merchant
- What
- Darshan worked with Nadeem after confirming no involvement in Gulshan Kumar’s 1997 murder
- When
- 1997 murder, 2016-2017 statements, 2021 court decision
- Where
- Mumbai, UK, Dubai
- Why
- To continue music career and address allegations
- Suspect
- Nadeem Saifi
- Accused of
- Murder of Gulshan Kumar
- Extradition Request
- Rejected by UK court
- Conviction Upheld
- Abdul Rauf Merchant
- Current Location
- Dubai