Renowned Indian actor Rituraj K Singh, recognized for his memorable performances in beloved TV series and web shows, has sadly passed away at 59. His recent appearance in the popular series “Anupamaa” marked his presence. He succumbed to a cardiac arrest.
The sudden demise of Rituraj Singh has deeply saddened both the television fraternity and his inner circle. Sources reveal that he had been battling a pancreatic ailment and was admitted to the hospital. Amit Behl, a close friend, has verified the news of his passing to ETimes TV.
Rituraj Singh Death
Beloved TV star Rituraj Singh passed away at the age of 59 due to a sudden heart attack on February 20. His close friend, Amit Behl, verified the heartbreaking news.
Amit Behl, who was also a close friend of Rituraj Singh, informed that Rituraj suffered a heart attack at 12:30 am on February 20. Behl also mentioned that Rituraj had been dealing with pancreatic issues and was receiving treatment for them.
Amit Behl Confirms Rituraj Singh Death
“Sadly, Rituraj Singh passed away from a heart attack,” Amit Behl confirmed. He clarified that Rituraj had gone to the hospital for pancreas treatment and had come back home. However, he faced heart issues afterward, leading to his passing.
Reactions to Rituraj Death
Hansal Mehta, Vivek Agnihotri, Arshad Warsi, and Sonu Sood, along with others, expressed their condolences for the passing of actor Rituraj Singh from the show Banegi Apni Baat. They shared their thoughts on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, honoring him as both a talented actor and a kind-hearted individual.
Hansal Mehta
Hansal shared a picture of Rituraj along with a heartfelt message. He expressed disbelief at Rituraj’s sudden passing, reminiscing about their friendship that began during their time working together on a TV show called K Street Pali Hill. Despite not seeing each other for some time, Hansal remembers Rituraj fondly as both a talented actor with untapped potential and a genuinely warm person.
Vivek Agnihotri
Vivek Agnihotri recently shared a heartfelt message alongside a photo, reminiscing about his friend Rituraj. He expressed amazement at Rituraj’s ability to achieve something seemingly impossible, reflecting on the phrase “Kitna baaki tha… (so much was left).” He concluded with the sentiment that artists live on forever, offering his respects with “Om Shanti.”
Arshad Warsi
Arshad Warsi expressed his sorrow over the passing of Ritu Raj, a fellow resident in his building and a co-star in his first film as a producer. He mourned the loss of a friend and talented actor. Sonu Sood also paid tribute to Ritu Raj, sharing a picture of the late actor and adding “RIP Bhai #rituraj.”
Rituraj Singh Work Front
Rituraj K Singh recently portrayed the character of Yashpal in the popular TV show ‘Anupamaa’. Beyond this role, Singh has had a successful career in both television and film. He’s been part of well-known TV series such as ‘Banegi Apni Baat’, where he acted alongside R Madhavan, the late Irrfan Khan, and Surekha Sikri.
Additionally, Rituraj appeared in various TV dramas like ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, ‘Trideviyaan’, and ‘Diya Aur Baati Hum’. He also featured in the movie ‘Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania’ with Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt.
Rituraj Singh Death FAQs
Q.1. How did Rituraj K Singh pass away?
Ans. Rituraj Singh passed away from a sudden heart attack at the age of 59.
Q.2. What was Rituraj Singh’s recent role?
Ans. He portrayed Yashpal in the popular TV series “Anupamaa”.
Q.3. Who confirmed Rituraj Singh’s death?
Ans. Close friend Amit Behl verified the news of his passing.
Q.4. What other TV shows and films was Rituraj Singh known for?
Ans. He appeared in series like “Banegi Apni Baat” and films like “Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania”.
Q.5. How did peers react to Rituraj Singh’s passing?
Ans. Colleagues such as Hansal Mehta, Vivek Agnihotri, Arshad Warsi, and Sonu Sood expressed their condolences on social media.
