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Prakash Raj Honors Mother's Faith in Christian Funeral
1 Apr
Summary
- Prakash Raj conducted his mother's final rites with Christian rituals.
- He stated his personal atheism does not negate respecting his mother's beliefs.
- The funeral included a mass at St. Michael's Church and burial.
Actor Prakash Raj faced online criticism after his mother, Swarnalatha Rai, was laid to rest with Christian rituals in Bengaluru on March 31. The funeral proceedings began with a service at St. Michael's Church, followed by burial at the Sacred Heart Cemetery.
Prakash Raj, accompanied by his family members, including his wife Pony Verma and children, attended the ceremonies. The event also saw the presence of close friends and colleagues from the film industry.
Following the funeral, social media users questioned Raj's choice, contrasting it with his known atheistic stance. Responding to the discourse, Raj clarified that while he does not believe in God, he respected his mother's faith. He stated, "Who am I to deny her the right to be buried according to her belief? This is the basic respect we give one another."
Raj framed the ceremony as an act of honoring his mother's wishes and faith, underscoring the importance of mutual respect within families, irrespective of individual beliefs. The event concluded with the family and friends bidding a final farewell.
