'Khatta Meetha' Actor Ranjit Chowdhry Passes Away; Rahul Khanna & Other Celebs Mourn His Death

Ranjit Chowdhry, who was also a part of International films including 'Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love' & 'Mississippi Masala', breathed his last on April 15 in Mumbai.

New Delhi: Known film, TV & theatre actor Ranjit Chowdhry, who has featured in various movies in 70s and 80s including 'Khatta Meetha', 'Baton Baton Mein', 'Kaalia' and 'Khubsurat', is no more. The talented actor, who has also been a part of various Iternational films including 'Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love', 'Mississippi Masala' and 'It Could Happen to You', passed away yesterday (April 15) in Mumbai at the age of 64. Ranjit Chowdhry was the son of noted theatre and film personality, Pearl Padamsee & his half-sister Raell Padamsee took to her social media account and shared the sad news with her followers.  Posting a picture of Ranjit on Instagram, she wrote, "For all those who knew Ranjit, the funeral will be held tomorrow and a gathering to celebrate his life n share his stories on May 5th. With love, Raell." Take a look at her post below:

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For all those who knew Ranjit, the funeral will be held tomorrow and a gathering to celebrate his life n share his stories on May 5th. With love, Raell.

A post shared by Raell Padamsee's Ace (@raellpadamseesace) on Apr 15, 2020 at 9:12am PDT

For the uninitiayed, Ranjit also featured in US shows like 'The Office' and 'Prison Break'. Following news of Ranjit Chowdhry’s demise, many popular celebrities took to their social media accounts to mourn his death. Rahul Khanna: Gutted to learn of #RanjitChowdhry’s passing. Despite his diminutive frame, he was a towering icon of Indian diaspora cinema and a master of his craft. By far, one of the most endearingly quirky and acerbically witty people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. A true original!

Gutted to learn of #RanjitChowdhry’s passing. Despite his diminutive frame, he was a towering icon of Indian diaspora cinema and a master of his craft. By far, one of the most endearingly quirky and acerbically witty people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. A true original!

— Rahul Khanna (@R_Khanna) April 16, 2020

Poorna Jagannathan: This guy made magic out of nothing, filling paper thin roles with so much depth. I always saw my father when I was with him- the same humor, stubbornness and brilliance. Heartbroken, dear friend. RIP #RanjitChowdhry

This guy made magic out of nothing, filling paper thin roles with so much depth. I always saw my father when I was with him- the same humor, stubbornness and brilliance. Heartbroken, dear friend. RIP #RanjitChowdhry pic.twitter.com/r8qM2iLCAI

— Poorna Jagannathan (@PoornaJags) April 15, 2020

Sanjay Gupta: RIP my friend Ranjit Chaudhury. Had the pleasure of working with you in KAANTE. Thank you for the joy you gave us through your performances. KHATTA MEETHA is my favourite. Keep smiling wherever you are.

RIP my friend Ranjit Chaudhury. Had the pleasure of working with you in KAANTE. Thank you for the joy you gave us through your performances. KHATTA MEETHA is my favourite. Keep smiling wherever you are.😊😊😊 pic.twitter.com/EIvZf8dwpL

— Sanjay Gupta (@_SanjayGupta) April 16, 2020

Deepa Mehta: Miss him - a real loss.

Miss him - a real loss. https://t.co/1fx0kpth38

— Deepa Mehta (@IamDeepaMehta) April 16, 2020

As mentioned in Raell's social media post, Ranjit Chowdhry's funeral will be private affair due to the ongoing Coronavirus lockdown. On May 5 (lockdown is expected to end on May 3), Ranjit's prayer meeting will be held. May his soul rest in peace!