Rani Mukerji's father and veteran director Ram Mukerji passes away

Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji's father Ram Mukerji passed away on Sunday, October 22 in Mumbai. 

Sources reveal that Ram Mukerji died at 6 am. His body was taken to his residence, Janki Kutir at 10.30 am. His last rites will be held at Vile Parle Pawan Hans at 2 pm.

"Ram Mukerji, respected film-maker, beloved father and husband, is no more. He passed away on October 22 at 6 am due to natural causes. Close friends and family attended his quiet funeral at 2 pm this afternoon. He will be sorely missed by his wife Krishna Mukerji, daughter Rani Mukerji, son Raja Mukerji and the rest of the family," read an official statement issued by Yash Raj Films on Ram Mukerji's demise.

Ram Mukerji was a prominent director, producer, screenwriter and had contributed to Hindi and Bengali cinema with his works.

Ram Mukerji was one of the key associates of S Mukerji and one of the founder members of Filmalaya studios and is known for directing films like Hum Hindustani and Leader starring the legend Dilip Kumar.

Ram Mukerji had also directed and produced Rani Mukerji's debut Bengali film Biyer Phool in 1996. He also produced Rani's Hindi film debut Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat in 1997. His son Raja Mukerji assisted him in a few films before making his acting debut with Bidhatar Khela (2007).

Ram Mukerji is survived by his wife Krishna Mukerji, who is a playback singer, daughter Rani, who is a known face in Bollywood and son Raja, who is a director, with their respective families.

May his soul rest in peace.