Actor Rituraj Singh, who worked in television shows such as Anupamaa and many films, including Badrinath Ki Dulhania, passed away at his home early Tuesday following a cardiac arrest, a close friend said. Notably, he was just 59.
“He had been hospitalised due to some stomach issues and was discharged a few days ago. He passed away around 12.30 am at his home due to a cardiac arrest,” Amit Behl.
Singh is survived by his wife and two children. Singh was a familiar face on TV serials, films as well as OTT shows.
His television roles include Banegi Apni Baat, Hitler Didi, Shapath, Adaalat and Diya Aur Baati Hum. He also appeared in supporting roles in Hindi films and in OTT shows such as Bandish Bandits, Made in Heaven, and Indian Police Force.
Amit Behl said he learnt of the death from actor Pallavi Joshi. Details of the funeral are not known yet. Many celebrities from the industry including his fans have sent their condolences to his family and expressed their deepest concern and sadness towards the same.
Rupali Ganguly shared screen with Rituraj Singh in TV show Anupamaa. She wrote, “Dear Rituraj Sir, It was an honour to share screen space with you like an enthusiastic student getting to learn her favorite subject from a teacher who has taught many others, I was overjoyed. You said you had seen my work and yet I wanted to prove to you that I could earn my place in the frame standing next to one of the legends of television whom I had watched growing up your all knowing smile after our scenes and your words of encouragement was like a report card to me. I was thrilled by your kind words but there was so much more to learn Sir. These pictures I had taken of you when you wore the chef cap. I was tardy in sending it to you never thought these would be put up here as a remembrance. Your life stories, quirky sense of humour, immense knowledge about world cinema and your talent shall always be remembered Thank you for being Yashpal Sir to my Anupamaa. Thank you for the words that left an indelible mark. Rupali May you find peace
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