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Mint
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘Chaliye aap mere saath': Jaya Bachchan lashes out at paparazzi as they swarmed her outside Rono Mukherjee's prayer meet
Several actors attended the prayer meet of late director Rono Mukherjee, which was held in Mumbai recently. Among them was veteran actor, MP Jaya Bachchan who almost lost her cool when paparazzi surrounded her outside the venue. Several videos of the incident have surfaced online, sparking debate about Jaya's infamous equation with the media and photographers. In a video, Jaya dressed in white, is seen walking out of the prayer meet venue. She was with the late director's son Samrat Mukherjee when paparazzi surrounded them for pictures. Reacting to the frenzy, Jaya seemed irritated. She asked Samrat in Bengali, "Eder kano daako (Why do you ask them to come)?" He answered her, 'Aami daakini (I didn't call them),' as per a report of Hindustan Times. In another viral video, Jaya and Shweta seemed to be waiting for the car when the former slammed the paparazzi. Sarcastically, she told them, "Chaliye aap log mere saath. Aajaiyye (Come with us. Do come)." She then murmured, "Bakwas sab, gande gande se sab (Nonsense)." Rono Mukherjee was a Bollywood director who helmed movies like Haiwan (1977) and Tu Hi Meri Zindagi (1965). Belonging to the Mukherjee-Samarth family, he was the elder brother of Deb Mukherjee. Lesser known but prominent, he was the brother of Shomu Mukherjee (Kajol's father), Subbir Mukherjee, Joy Mukherjee, and Deb Mukherjee. Rono died in Mumbai on 28 May. He was 83. His funeral took place on Wednesday around 4 pm at Pawan Hans in Mumbai. Rono was also the uncle of Bollywood actors Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, and the father of actress Sharbani Mukherjee. He was also the uncle of director Ayan Mukerji and actress Tanishaa Mukerji. His cousins were Ram Mukherjee (Rani Mukerji's father), Shyam Mukherjee, Gitanjali Mukherjee, Subhash Mukherjee, and Sanjoy Mukherjee. The loss of Rono Mukherjee is the second tragedy for the Mukerji family in recent months. In March, Ayan Mukerji's father and veteran actor Deb Mukherjee passed away at the age of 83. Jaya Bachchan shares a close bond with the Mukerji family and is often seen visiting them during key moments. Meanwhile on the work front, Jaya Bachchan was last seen in filmmaker Karan Johar's romance drama, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. It also starred Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh alongside Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi.
News18
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Bakwas Sab:' Jaya Bachchan Scolds Paparazzi At Rono Mukherjee's Prayer Meet
Last Updated: The prayer meet was attended by close family members and prominent industry personalities, including Kajol, Ayan Mukerji, Tanishaa Mukerji, Amit Kumar and Salim Khan. Veteran actress and Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan is often in the news for her love-and-hate relationship with the paparazzi. The actress once again had a run-in with the paparazzi, this time at a somber family gathering. On Tuesday, Jaya attended the prayer meet of late filmmaker Rono Mukherjee at their family residence in Mumbai. The occasion brought together several members of Bollywood's most respected film families who gathered to pay their respects. The atmosphere at the meet remained somber until an unexpected moment unfolded as Jaya Bachchan was leaving the venue with her daughter, Shweta Bachchan Nanda. Disturbed by the intrusive media presence, the actress visibly lost her composure and confronted the photographers gathered outside. In a sarcastic tone, she said, 'Chaliye… aap log bhi aaiye sath me… aa jaiye. Bakwas sab," expressing her displeasure at the lack of privacy. As Shweta helped her get into the car, the actress snapped again at a cameraman attempting to record her. She sharply said, 'Aao… aap gaadi mein aa jao (Come and sit with us in the car)." This fiery exchange quickly went viral, sparking a debate. While some criticised her for being harsh, others defended her stance, citing the need for personal space during moments of grief. 'But she is right, funeral prayer is no place to click a photo. And she comes from a generation that takes this thing seriously. Even my mother would have reacted the same, so why is she wrong?" read a comment. Another said, 'I have never seen a more angry person than Jaya." 'She has so much attitude," said a user. The prayer meet was attended by close family members and prominent industry personalities, including Kajol, Ayan Mukerji, Tanishaa Mukerji, Amit Kumar and Salim Khan. Rono Mukherjee will be remembered for his contributions to both Hindi cinema and Bengali cultural traditions. Some of his best works include films like Haiwan (1977) and Tu Hi Meri Zindagi (1965). Rono Mukherjee breathed his last on May 28. He passed away due to cardiac arrest. His funeral was held at the Santacruz Hindu Crematorium. His son Samrat Mukherjee performed the last rites in the presence of family and close friends. He is survived by his children Siddharth, Sharbani and Samrat. The filmmaker was in his 80s and the eldest among the Mukherjee brothers. His death comes just months after the passing of his brother, Deb Mukherjee. First Published: June 04, 2025, 10:01 IST
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jaya Bachchan scolds paparazzi at Rono Mukherjee's prayer meet: ‘Bakwas sab... gande gande'
Veteran actress once again found herself at odds with the paparazzi, this time at a solemn family gathering. On Tuesday, she attended the prayer meet of late filmmaker Rono Mukherjee at the Mukherjee residence in Mumbai, where several members of Bollywood's most respected film families came together to pay their respects. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Rono Mukherjee, known for directing films like Haiwan (1977) and Tu Hi Meri Zindagi (1965), passed away on May 28 following a cardiac arrest. He was in his 80s and the eldest among the renowned Mukherjee brothers. His death came just months after the passing of his brother Deb Mukherjee. While the atmosphere at the prayer meet remained somber, an unexpected moment occurred when Bachchan, accompanied by her daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda, was leaving the venue. Irritated by the media presence, Jaya confronted the photographers and said sarcastically, 'Chaliye... aap log bhi aaiye sath me... aa jaiye. Bakwas sab... gande gande sab,' visibly upset over the intrusion. As Shweta helped her into the car, Jaya again snapped at a paparazzo attempting to record her, saying sharply, 'Aao... aap aa jao gaadi me.' Her remarks quickly went viral online, with social media divided over her confrontational stance. The prayer meet was attended by several close family members and industry veterans, including , , Ayan Mukerji, and . Rono Mukherjee's contribution to Hindi cinema and Bengali cultural traditions was widely remembered during the gathering. He is survived by his children Sharbani, Siddharth, and Samrat Mukherjee. Rono's funeral was held at the Santacruz Hindu Crematorium, where his son Samrat performed the last rites in the presence of family and friends.
News18
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rono Mukherjee, Kajol And Rani Mukerji's Uncle, Passes Away
Last Updated: Rono Mukherjee, uncle to Kajol and Rani Mukerji, has passed away. Ayan Mukerji and others visited his family to pay respects. He was father to actress Sharbani Mukherjee Sad news has emerged from the Mukherjee family as Rono Mukherjee, uncle to actresses Kajol and Rani Mukerji, passed away on May 28. Rono Mukherjee was a film director primarily known for two films: Tu Hi Meri Zindagi (1965) and Haiwan (1977). His daughter, Sharbani Mukherjee, has appeared in several films, including Pyaar Hai (2003), God Only Knows! (2004), Mohandas (2009), 332 Mumbai to India (2010), and Border (1997). Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji and actress Tanishaa Mukherjee, Kajol's younger sister, visited the family residence to pay their respects. Kajol, who shares a close bond with Sharbani Mukherjee, was notably absent, reportedly due to promotional activities for her upcoming film Maa. Kajol has often been seen participating in family celebrations such as the Mukherjees' Durga Puja. Director Ashutosh Gowariker also paid a visit to express his condolences. He shares family ties with the Mukherjees, being married to Sunita Mukherjee, daughter of veteran actor Deb Mukherjee, Ayan Mukerji's father, who passed away in March at the age of 83. Deb Mukherjee had a distinguished career in Hindi cinema, appearing in films such as Aansoo Ban Gaye Phool (1969), Abhinetri (1970), Do Aankhen (1974), Baaton Baaton Mein (1979), and Kaminey (2009). First Published: May 30, 2025, 08:45 IST
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Rono Mujherjee passes away: All you want to know about veteran filmmaker related to Ayan Mukerji and Kajol
Trigger warning: This article contains mention of death. A couple of months after Ayan Mukerji's father, Deb Mukherjee 's, demise, his uncle Rono Mukherjee also passed away in Mumbai. He breathed his last today, on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The reason for his death is yet unknown, but the tragic incident has sent shock waves through the entire Mukherjee family. Soon after, the family members of the Mukerjee family, including the War 2 director, Ashutosh Gowariker, and more, arrived to pay their last respects. Who was Rono Mukherjee? Rono Mukherjee was the father of actress Sharbani Mukherji, known for her appearances in movies like Mohandas, Border, God Only Knows!, and more. He was also a veteran filmmaker who directed two films in his career, Tu Hi Meri Zindagi and Haiwan, which were released in 1965 and 1977, respectively. About Rono Mukherjee's directorial ventures The 1965-released Rono Mukherjee's directorial Tu Hi Meri Zindagi featured his brother Deb Mukherjee, Nivedita, Libi Rana, Salome Roy Kapur, M.B. Shetty, Gajanan Jagirdar, and more in the key roles. The drama film is rated 6.0/10 on IMDb. Meanwhile, his second directorial Haiwan was released in 1977. The musical thriller featured his brother Laxmi Chhaya, Manik Dutt, Padma Khanna, Deb Mukherjee, Prema Narayan, and Nazneen in the key roles. In addition to this, it also had his brother Joy Mukherjee in a special appearance. About Rono Mukherjee's family legacy Albeit Rono Mukherjee led a very low-key life away from media attention, his familial contribution to Indian cinema can never be overlooked. The late director belonged to the respected Mukherjee-Samarth family. His cousins included Ram Mukherjee (Rani Mukerji's father), Shyam Mukherjee, Gitanjali Mukherjee, Subhash Mukherjee, and Sanjoy Mukherjee. He was the brother of Shomu Mukherjee (Kajol's father), Subbir Mukherjee, Joy Mukherjee, and Deb Mukherjee (Ayan Mukherjee's father), all of whom played various significant roles in the Indian film industry. This naturally relates him to several Bollywood names, including Kajol, Rani Mukerji, Tanishaa Mukerji, and filmmaker Ayan Mukerji as their uncle. For the unversed, Rono's father, Sashadhar Mukherjee, was a pioneer producer in Indian cinema, and their cinematic roots span acting, direction, and production. Rono Mukherjee's family members arrive for his last rites Despite incessant Mumbai rains, soon after the demise of Rono Mukherjee, Ayan Mukerji and Tanishaa Mukerji arrived to be with their cousin and actress, Sharbani Mukherji. In a video shared by the paps, the War 2 director came out of his car and held his umbrella. He was followed by Tanishaa, who was also captured while she made her way inside the cremation ground. Both of them were seen in white outfits, while Ayan opted for a white kurta pajama, and Tanishaa was seen in a traditional suit. Watch video Notably, Kajol, who happens to share a close bond with Sharbani Mukherjee, was nowhere to be seen. It seems that the actress couldn't make it to the last rites due to her prior commitments. However, their bond on annual Durga Puja always caught everyone's attention. In addition to this, director Ashutosh Gowariker, accompanied by his wife Sunita Gowariker, also arrived to pay their last respects to Rono Mukherjee. In case you didn't know, Sunita Gowariker is the sister of director Ayan Mukherjee. Sunita was seen in a white coordinated set, and the Lagaan director was seen in a blue shirt paired with denim pants. Watch video It is worth mentioning that the demise of Rono Mukherjee comes as the second shocking news for the Mukherjee family after Ayan Mukerji's father, Deb Mukherjee's, passing. It was only earlier this year, on March 14, 2025, that he left for his heavenly abode at the age of 83 after battling age-related issues. He was last seen in the 2009-released Shahid Kapoor-led Kaminey, which was directed by Vishal Bhardwaj.
