New Delhi: Anupamaa actor Rituraj Singh passed away on February 20 at the age of 59. According to ETimes, he had been dealing with a pancreatic ailment and was hospitalized after a cardiac arrest. Unfortunately, he succumbed to the illness on Tuesday.
Amit Bhel, a close friend of Rituraj, confirmed his death and said, ‘Yes, he passed away due to a cardiac arrest. He was admitted to a hospital some time back for the treatment of the pancreas, returned home, had some cardiac complications, and passed away.’ However, details about Rituraj’s final rites are currently unknown.
The sudden death of Rituraj Singh has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Several fans expressed their condolences on social media platforms to pay tribute to the actor.
Rituraj Singh was known for his roles in shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Kutumb, Abhay 3, Never Kiss Your Best Friend, and the popular Anupamaa. He also appeared in films like Satyamev Jayate 2 and Badrinath Ki Dulhania, where he portrayed Varun Dhawan’s father alongside Alia Bhatt.
In a previous interview with Hindustan Times, Rituraj discussed his journey in both television and Bollywood, saying, “On the small screen, I have worked for all channels, and every maker has repeated me multiple times. Now, the same thing is happening with OTT and films. Before I finish one, I have something or the other in hand.”
“I started with a children’s theatre group when I was 12 years old, and at 17, I joined the professional group of Barry John. I did theatre with him for 12 years, thereafter two English films, and in 1993, I did my first TV show and kept doing it for 25 years. Now, it’s all about films and the digital space,’ the actor added.”
