Marathi Actor Ravindra Mahajani Found Dead in Pune
Marathi actor-director Ravindra Mahajani, a respected figure in the industry, was discovered deceased in a rented apartment located near Pune's Talegaon Dabhade area.
Marathi actor-director Ravindra Mahajani, a respected figure in the industry, was discovered deceased in a rented apartment located near Pune's Talegaon Dabhade area. On Friday evening, the 77-year-old actor's body was found, and it is believed that he had passed away around three days prior to its discovery.
The authorities received a call from Mahajani's neighbors, who reported a foul smell coming from his residence. Upon arriving at the scene, the police broke open the door to find him lifeless. A senior official from the Talegaon Dabhade police station stated that it is suspected Mahajani died three days ago. The actor had been residing in Talegaon Dabhade for the past eight months, despite owning a house in Mumbai.
Following the discovery, the body was sent to a hospital for post-mortem examination. Mahajani had acted in numerous Marathi films from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s. Some notable films in which he appeared include "Mumbaicha Fauzdar," "Zunj," and "Kalat Nakalat." His son, Gashmeer Mahajani, is also an actor known for his work in Marathi cinema.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed his condolences, acknowledging Mahajani's contributions and conveying prayers for his soul and strength for the grieving Mahajani family. Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Sharad Pawar also paid tribute to the actor, recognizing his untimely demise as a significant loss to the Marathi film industry.
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