RIP Rita Bhaduri: Celebrities pay last respects to veteran actress at funeral

Veteran actress Ritu Bhaduri was cremated in Mumbai on Tuesday after her death earlier in the day. (Photos: Viral Bhayani)

The veteran actress’ mortal remains arrive in an ambulance at the crematorium in suburban Andheri.

Her mortal remains being escorted for the last rites led by her family member along with arrangements for carrying her ashes post cremation.

Bhaduri, aged 62, was suffering from kidney-related illnesses and was battling it at a hospital in the city for the past few days.

She had graduated from the prestigious Film and Televison Institute of India and worked in over 70 films and several TV shows over five decades.

Tiku Talsania, who was her co-star in ‘Hero No 1’ and Satish Shah, who worked with her in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ pay their last respects.

Jitendra Trehan, Shishir Sharma, who had confirmed the death on Facebook, Neelu Kohli and Paritosh Sand, were among those present.

Other actors Abhay Bhargav and Jaya Bhattacharya were also seen at the crematorium. Tributes have been pouring in for Rita Bhaduri on social media and in reports.