Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat is cremated in Mumbai following his death on Wednesday, August 5, at age 74. Multiple reports say Rawat had been battling blood cancer and spent around four decades in the industry. The funeral rites draw members of the film fraternity, including Bollywood actor Aamir Khan and actor Ashoke Pandit, along with family members and close friends. Aamir arrives at the crematorium to pay his final tribute to his longtime co-star from films including Ghajini, where Rawat plays the title role. Reports also note Rawat’s involvement in Lagaan and Mahabharat, with his performances described as widely remembered. According to Aamir’s remarks reported by one outlet, Rawat is seen as dedicated and fearless, and his portrayal in Ghajini is characterized as central to the film’s impact. The gathering takes place during the afternoon cremation, and attendees bid Rawat farewell in a solemn atmosphere.
Pradeep Rawat funeral in Mumbai as Aamir Khan and film fraternity pay last respects
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat is cremated in Mumbai following his death on Wednesday, August 5, at age 74. Multiple reports say Rawat had been battling blood cancer and spent around four decades in the...
- Pradeep Rawat, a veteran actor, dies at 74 after battling blood cancer.
- His funeral is held in Mumbai, with cremation taking place in the afternoon on August 5.
- Aamir Khan attends the last rites, along with Ashoke Pandit and other film fraternity members.
- Rawat is remembered for roles including the title character in Ghajini and performances in Lagaan and Mahabharat.
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat was bid a final farewell in Mumbai, with Aamir Khan, Ashoke Pandit and other film personalities attending his last rites. Rawat, who died at 74 after battling blood cancer, was remembered for iconic roles in Ghajini, Lagaan and Mahabharat during his four-decade-long career.
1 hour agoBollywood superstar Aamir Khan arrived to pay his last respects at the funeral of veteran actor and his Ghajini co-star Pradeep Rawat in Mumbai on Wednesday, August 5. The late actor was cremated in the afternoon, with family members, close friends, and several members of the film fraternity gathering to bid him a final farewell.Aamir Khan arrived at the crematorium in his car, dressed in an orange shirt and blue trousers, to bid an emotional farewell to his longtime co-star. Accompanied by a police officer, the actor quietly made his way inside to pay his last respects to Pradeep Rawat, with the solemn atmosphere reflecting the deep sense of loss felt by those gathered. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Reacting to Pradeep's demise, Aamir told Variety India, "He was extremely dedicated and fearless as an actor. Pradeepji played the title role in Ghajini." He added, "I think this was one of the most striking screen villains in our cinema. The film wouldn't have worked without him."Aamir and Pradeep had also shared screen space in Lagaan. Remembering Pradeep's portrayal of Deva Singh Sodhi, Aamir said, "I don't think anyone could have played Sodhi with such swag. He was a versatile actor. It's sad to hear of his passing."
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