Bollywood star Ranveer Singh is mourning a profound family loss as his maternal grandfather Dr. Ram Hingorani passed away at the age of 96. The actor cousin Saumya Hingorani confirmed the news on social media sharing that their beloved grandfather breathed his last during the auspicious Lakshmi Puja hours of Diwali. Writing a deeply moving farewell note on Instagram alongside cherished family photographs and clips Saumya described his departure as a celebration of a full vibrant life. 96 years young.
A glorious life to be celebrated not mourned she wrote. Remembering his loving spirit she added a touching note expressing hope that he had reunited with her late grandmother. Ranveer Singh shared an exceptionally close bond with his grandfather whom he affectionately called his Rockstar Nana online. Over the years the actor delighted fans by sharing spirited videos of Dr. Hingorani dancing to his movie songs and enthusiastically stepping out to vote during heatwaves.
Though neither Ranveer nor his wife Deepika Padukone have issued a formal public statement yet fans friends and colleagues across the film fraternity have extended heartfelt condolences and prayers to the grieving family during this difficult time.
