Amar Singh: A political stalwart known for his connections with B-Town celebs

Rajya Sabha MP Amar Singh, who once wielded immense influence in power circles as a close aide of Samajwadi Party leader Mulayam Singh Yadav, has died in Singapore where he was undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments.

Singh, 64, had undergone a kidney transplant in 2011 and was not keeping well for a long time. He was admitted to a hospital in Singapore some eight months ago.

Singh had a quintessential businessman-politician, who cultivated a lot of influential friends in politics, business,  and film industry which includes the likes of Amitabh Bachchan. With a 3-decade long journey in politics, the former Rajya Sabha MP will always be remembered for his close association with celebrities and his Page 3 parties attendance.