13 June,2026 07:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Samiullah Khan
Childhood friends from DN Nagar reunite nearly 30 years later. The gathering has sparked a search for Gazanfar Sayed Sikandar, the only member of the close-knit group they have been unable to trace
A group of childhood friends from DN Nagar in Andheri West, who recently reconnected after nearly three decades, are now trying to trace Gazanfar Sayed Sikandar, a close friend they have not seen or heard from since 2005.
Using old photographs, WhatsApp groups, social media posts, and word-of-mouth, the friends are hoping that someone, somewhere, can help reunite them with the one person missing from their circle.
Name: Gazanfar Sayed Sikandar
Last known location: DN Nagar Police Quarters, Andheri West
Father's profession: Mumbai Police personnel
Last seen by friends: 2005
Known interests:
. Sports
. Art and mimicry
. Fashion shows
. Modelling
. Cultural activities
. School: Bhariwala School, DN Nagar
. College: Bhavan's College, Andheri West
. Nearly 30 years after most lost touch
. Around 20 friends reconnected recently
. One friend is still missing
Amit Malhotra, an event professional
"Out of all of us, five friends were especially close, and Gazanfar was one of them. He was tall, confident, and had a charismatic personality. His presence always stood out. We used to say he looked like Suniel Shetty."
According to Amit, Gazanfar excelled in academics, sports, art, mimicry, competitions and fashion events.
"What made him different was that whatever he did, he did wholeheartedly. There was hardly anything he couldn't do."
Recalling their last meeting, Amit said, "The last time I met Gazanfar was in 2005. After that, the family is believed to have moved out of Mumbai."
. Collected old photographs
. Created digital posters
. Shared appeals on social media
. Circulated messages across WhatsApp groups
. Posted regular status updates
. Contacted former classmates and acquaintances
. Visited his last known residential area
For the group, this is about more than finding an old classmate.
"Our group still feels incomplete," Amit said. Reflecting on the years gone by, Rao added, "We don't just want to find an old friend. We want to
relive a special chapter of our lives."
Sandesh Vhatkar, AGM at a shipping company
âHe was very active in school. Apart from academics, he enthusiastically participated in cultural programmes, events and extracurricular activities. He remained highly active in college, particularly in fashion shows and competitions. He reached the final rounds in several events and won many prizes. He was the kind of person who inspired others. People learned from him.'
Nirijs Rao, Pune resident, homemaker and online English tutor
âHe was caring and kind-hearted. I still remember that when my mother was unwell, he would arrange and send food to our home without even being asked. He had a wonderful sense of humour and could make people laugh effortlessly. More importantly, he was a genuinely good human being.'
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Virral Bhimani, Sales and marketing professional, Andheri West
âHe was a very simple and humble person. During the reunion, we realised everyone had stayed connected in some way - except Gazanfar. Another friend and I even visited Gazanfar's old neighbourhood, but found no trace. We are not searching out of curiosity. We just want to know he's okay.'
Nilesh Satoskar, Chembur resident
âHe wasn't someone who talked too much, but there was always understanding among us. We met again after nearly 30 years, but nobody knew anything about him. At least someone should have known something - but nobody does. We just want to know whether he is safe and doing well.'
