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NDTV
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Priyanka Chopra's Uncle And Mannara Chopra's Father Dies In Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra): Actor Mannara Chopra's father, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, died on Monday in Mumbai. Mannara posted an official statement on her Instagram Story that read, "With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family." The last rites will take place on June 18 at 1 pm at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Raman Rai Handa was a lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He is survived by his wife, Kamini, and daughters Mannara and Mitali. Raman was also the paternal uncle of Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra. Reportedly, Raman was not well for the past few days for undisclosed reasons. On the work front, Mannara made her Bollywood debut with the film Zid, which did not leave a mark at the box office. Then, she entered the South Indian Film Industry. She also participated in Salman Khan's reality show Bigg Boss 17 and Laughter Chefs - Unlimited Entertainment Season 2.
India Gazette
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Mannara Chopra's father passes away
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): Actor Mannara Chopra's father, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, passed away on Monday in Mumbai. Mannara posted an official statement on her Instagram Story that read, 'With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family.' The last rites will take place on June 18 at 1 pm at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Raman Rai Handa was a lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He is survived by his wife, Kamini, and daughters Mannara and Mitali. Raman was also the paternal uncle of Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra. Reportedly, Raman was not well for the past few days for undisclosed reasons. On the work front, Mannara made her Bollywood debut with the film Zid, which did not leave a mark at the box office. Then, she entered the South Indian Film Industry. She also participated in Salman Khan's reality show 'Bigg Boss 17' and 'Laughter Chefs - Unlimited Entertainment Season 2'. (ANI)
India Today
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Mannara Chopra's father dies at 72, actor shares post
Popular actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Mannara Chopra's father, Raman Rai Handa, died on June 16, following a period of ill health. She shared the news late on Monday post shared on Instagram read, "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family (sic)."advertisementHere's the post: Her father's funeral will be held on June 18 at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Rai Handa was a respected lawyer practising at the Delhi High Court's Tis Hazari Court. Married to jewellery designer Kamini Chopra Handa, he was a proud father to two daughters: Mannara and her younger sister Mitali, an entrepreneur and fashion in New Delhi on September26, his legal acumen and warm presence made him the cornerstone of his family, often described as their 'pillar of strength'.He is survived by his wife and for actor Mannara Chopra, she made her acting debut with the Hindi film 'Zid'. She was later seen in several other movies, including 'Rouge', 'Prema Geema Jantha Nai', 'Jakkanna', 'Thikka'.Mannara Chopra also participated in Salman Khan's 'Bigg Boss 18'. She emerged as the second runner-up. Chopra was last seen in 'Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2'.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bigg Boss 17 fame Mannara Chopra's father passes away; cousin Meera Chopra says 'nothing can be worse than losing a parent'
Bigg Boss 17 fame is mourning the loss of her father, Raman Rai Handa, who passed away today on June 6th. The last rites of Raman Rai Handa will take place on June 18 at the Crematorium Ground Amboli Andheri. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The entire Chopra family is currently going through a difficult time as they cope with the loss of Raman Rai Handa. They are standing by Mannara, offering her strength and support during this period of grief. Mannara shared the heartbreaking news through her Instagram Stories on Monday evening, informing followers that her father's last rites would be held in Mumbai. The post read, "Adv. Raman Rai Handa 25/09/1953-16/06/2025 With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family." Mannara Chopra's cousin, actress , who was recently seen at an event, extended her condolences over the passing of Mannara's father, Raman Rai Handa. She expressed her sympathy and support for the family during this difficult time. While talking to Instant Bollywood, the actress shared, "Yes, I just got to know about the news a few minutes ago when I entered the event. Vicky (Jain) told me about his demise. I knew he was admitted to the hospital, but Vicky shared the news about his demise. He was fine, so I don't know what exactly happened. I will go after this and find out. It is very sad. I think losing a parent, nothing can be worse than that. I know Mannara, Mitali dono unse bahot close thi. It was a very close-knit family, do betiyan thi and mom and dad. It's very sad." Priyanka Chopra cheers cousin Mannara Chopra as she secures 'Bigg Boss' finals spot
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meera Chopra shocked by sudden passing of Mannara Chopra's father Raman Rai Handa: ‘Losing a parent... nothing can be worse than that'
In a heartbreaking development, , who recently shot to fame with her participation in Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 17, lost her father, Raman Rai Handa, on June 16, 2025. He was 72 and reportedly passed away in Delhi after a period of ill health. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now An official statement released by the Chopra and Handa families confirmed that his funeral will be held in Mumbai on June 18. 'With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family,' read the statement. The final rites are scheduled at Crematorium Ground, Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai, at 1:00 PM. He is survived by his wife Kamini Chopra Handa and their daughters and Mitali. Meera Chopra shocked by the news Mannara's cousin and actress Chopra, who was attending a promotional event when the news broke, expressed her shock and sorrow in a brief interaction with Instant Bollywood. 'I know, maybe when I was inside the event, Vicky told me... I knew he was in the hospital. Vicky told me that he has died. I don't know... I don't know. He was fine, so I don't know what exactly happened. I think I'm going to go and find out, but it's very sad,' she said. Reflecting on the closeness of the Handa family, she added, 'I think losing a parent—nothing can be worse than that. I know Mannara and Mitali were very close to him. It was a very close-knit family—two daughters and mom and dad—so yeah, it's sad.' Mannara Chopra on how Priyanka Chopra's mom is her go-to person in Mumbai A respected lawyer and loving family man Raman Rai Handa was a practicing lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He was married to Kamini Chopra, paternal aunt of Priyanka and . Known to be a strong and supportive presence in the lives of his daughters, his untimely demise has left the family and close ones in deep sorrow. Further details about the cause of death are awaited, though reports indicate he had been unwell for the past few days.
