Deb Mukherjee, the father of Ayan Mukerji, has passed away. Ranbir Kapoor, a close friend of Ayan, attended the funeral and participated in the last rites alongside the filmmaker. A video capturing this moment has been circulating widely. Ranbir, who shares a familial bond with Ayan, was present during the funeral procession.

Ranbir Kapoor performs Deb Mukherjee's last rites

Ranbir Kapoor was enjoying time with Alia Bhatt in Alibaug when the couple quickly travelled to Mumbai by jetty to attend Deb Mukherjee's funeral. Alia was photographed with her sister, Shaheen Bhatt, while Ranbir participated in the last rites alongside Ayan. He took part in the funeral procession and, by Hindu customs, assisted in carrying Ayan's father to the burial site.

Other celebrities pay condolences to Ayan Mukerji and his family

Other celebrities, including Karan Johar, Hrithik Roshan, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan, and Salim Khan, extended their condolences to Ayan and his family. Kajol, being Ayan's cousin, shares a familial bond with him, while Ranbir, who is considered part of the family, took on the duty of carrying the bier alongside Ayan's other relatives.

Ayan Mukerji played an important role in Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt's love story

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt developed a romantic relationship while collaborating with Ayan Mukerji on the film Brahmastra. The three of them are set to continue their partnership in the trilogy. With the first instalment already released, audiences can anticipate the subsequent two parts shortly. It was during the production of their initial film together that Ranbir and Alia fell in love. Their relationship progressed quickly, leading to their decision to marry within a few months. They have also welcomed their child, Raha, who has become a beloved figure among Bollywood fans online. Thus, Ayan has played a significant role in both Ranbir and Alia's relationship and their eventual marriage.

Looking back at Ranbir Kapoor's entry into films

Ranbir Kapoor began his career in Bollywood as an assistant director, contributing to the film Aa Ab Laut Chalen, which starred Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Akshaye Khanna and can be streamed on Zee5 through OTTplay Premium. Discovered by Sajjay Leela Bhansali, he collaborated with Ayan one year after his film debut in Saawariya. Following the success of Wake Up Sid!, this partnership has garnered significant attention from audiences.

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