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Rani Mukerji's Mother Krishna Passes Away at 75
22 Sep
Summary
- Krishna Mukerji, mother of actress Rani Mukerji, died Tuesday.
- She was a playback singer with film credits in Bengali and Hindi.
- Her husband was filmmaker Ram Mukerji; family requests privacy.
Krishna Mukerji, the mother of acclaimed actress Rani Mukerji, died on Tuesday afternoon at the age of 75. The news of her passing was officially confirmed by Yash Raj Films, which released a statement expressing the family's profound sorrow. Krishna Mukerji was recognized for her contributions to the entertainment world as a playback singer, with reported credits in films such as Momer Alo and Teesri Aankh.
She was married to the late filmmaker Ram Mukerji, a co-founder of Filmalaya Studios, and together they had two children, Rani and Raja Mukerji. Krishna hailed from a family deeply rooted in Bengali cinema, being the sister of National Award-winning actress Debashree Roy. Her passing represents a significant personal loss for Rani Mukerji and her immediate family, who are seeking privacy and support during this period of mourning.
Rani Mukerji has often spoken about her mother's significant impact on her life, values, and career. She has shared anecdotes about her mother's resilient spirit, particularly recalling how she maintained happiness and a positive outlook despite childhood financial difficulties. This strength and perseverance, Rani noted, has been a deeply ingrained lesson she carries forward.
