Veteran actress Rita Bhaduri passed away this morning at the age of 62. She was suffering from a kidney ailment and had to go for dialysis every alternate day. She was in the hospital for the last 10 days. The funeral rites were to be held at 12 noon today at the Cremation Ground, Parsi Wada Road, Andheri East.
The news was released by actor Shishir Sharma on Facebook, who saw her as a mother figure. Here’s what he wrote:
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The entire industry was shocked and saddened by this news. Celebrities expressed their heartfelt condolences on social media. Here is what they said:
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She was part of so many films that I grew up on. Will always remember her for the warmth in her smile & her performances. Condolences to the family & loved ones. RIP #RitaBadhuri ji ?????? https://t.co/EDQArdPB7F
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) July 17, 2018
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#RitaBhaduri was one of the finest actresses that #FTII gave us. I had the honour of working with her in Ghar Ho to Aisa, Beta & Viraasat & I'm really saddened to hear about her passing...She will be dearly missed by her friends, family & fans...
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) July 17, 2018
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Really saddened by this news... may her soul rest in peace #RitaBhaduri pic.twitter.com/YuEuIZGclO
— Anup Jalota (@anupjalota) July 17, 2018
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RIP #RitaBhaduri mam
— Shruti Seth (@SethShruti) July 17, 2018
Thank you for all the years of entertainment
May you shine with the stars now https://t.co/XiHj9JxCbL
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The world of art has lost a kind soul! Rest In Peace #RitaBhaduri, your work will always be with us. #RIP pic.twitter.com/qlJzm14YVe
— Ajaz Khan (@AjazkhanActor) July 17, 2018
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The world of art has lost a kind soul! Besides being a great actor, she was a great human being. Rest In Peace #RitaBhaduri. Will miss seeing your work. #RIP
— Aashka Goradia (@iaashkagoradia) July 17, 2018
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Woke up to this news! A brilliant actress and a quintessential mother on screen. Saddened and at loss of words! #RIP #RitaBadhuri https://t.co/JUeKOuyx8z
— Vivek Dahiya (@vivekdahiya08) July 17, 2018
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RIP RitaJi ? https://t.co/p7AML5iMWu
— Annup Sonii (@soniiannup) July 17, 2018
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Deeply saddened to hear about the sudden demise of veteran actress #RitaBhaduri ji. May her soul rest in peace.
— Mishal Raheja (@mishalraheja) July 17, 2018
#RIPRitaBhaduri
The actress was currently seen in Star Bharat’s daily soap ‘Nimki Mukhiya’ as the grandmother. Rita Bhaduri worked in over 20 TV shows and and more than 60 movies. She was a loved face in the Indian household and will be truly missed.
May her soul rest in peace.