Bollywood actor Ranjit Chowdhry who is best known for playing small roles in films such as Khatta Meetha, Baton Baton Mein and Khubsoorat has passes away on April 15. He was 65.
The news of the actor’s death was shared on Instagram by his sister, theatre artiste Raell Padamsee.
Ranjit Chowdhry passes away
Sharing a black and white photo of one of Ranjit Chowdhry’s film appearances, Ms Padamsee wrote “For all those who knew Ranjit, the funeral will be held tomorrow and a gathering to celebrate his life and share his stories on May 5. With love, Raell,”
Following news of Ranjit Chowdhry’s demise, many popular celebrities took to their social media accounts to mourn his death.
Here’s how people reacted:
Gutted to learn of #RanjitChowdhry’s passing. Despite his diminutive frame, he was a towering icon of Indian diaspora cinema and a master of his craft. By far, one of the most endearingly quirky and acerbically witty people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. A true original!
— Rahul Khanna (@R_Khanna) April 16, 2020
I have such fun memories of working with him on Bollywood/ Hollywood, then, on an off-Broadway musical (that we both eventually ended up not doing) and, of course, the dinners at his apartment in New York. Giving you a standing ovation & raising a toast to you, my friend!
— Rahul Khanna (@R_Khanna) April 16, 2020
RIP my friend Ranjit Chaudhury. Had the pleasure of working with you in KAANTE.
Thank you for the joy you gave us through your performances.
KHATTA MEETHA is my favourite.
Keep smiling wherever you are.😊😊😊 pic.twitter.com/EIvZf8dwpL— Sanjay Gupta (@_SanjayGupta) April 16, 2020
Miss him – a real loss. https://t.co/1fx0kpth38
— Deepa Mehta (@IamDeepaMehta) April 16, 2020
May his soul rest in peace!