22 October,2017 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Filmmaker Ram Mukherjee, father of actor Rani Mukerji, passed away today early morning. He was 84. The filmmaker was not keeping well since a long time. He was pronounced dead at around 5 am
Rani Mukerji's father Ram Mukerji passes away
Filmmaker Ram Mukherjee, father of actor Rani Mukerji, passed away today early morning. He was 84. The filmmaker was not keeping well since a long time. According to sources close to the family, his blood pressure decreased drastically following which he was taken to a hospital. He was pronounced dead at around 5 am.
Rani Mukherji with her father Ram Mukherjee. File pics/Yogen Shah
Ram Mukherjee had directed films like 'Hum Hindustani' and 'Leader', starring Dilip Kumar and Vyjayanthimala. He had also directed and produced Rani's debut film 'Biyer Phool' in 1996.
Rani Mukerji with her parents
His cremation will be held today at around 3 PM in Mumbai.
Rani Mukerji with her parents