Actress Mannara Chopra has broken her silence after the heartbreaking loss of her father, Raman Rai Handa, who passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 72. Taking to her Instagram handle on Thursday, Mannara expressed her gratitude for the love and support she received from fans, friends, and family during this deeply emotional time.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love and support you’ve shown to me and my family during these tough times. Resuming work now, with gratitude in my heart,” Mannara wrote in her statement.
She had earlier shared the tragic news through an Instagram Story, where she remembered her father as the “pillar of strength” for their family. His last rites were held on June 18 in Mumbai, with close family members in attendance.
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Cousin Priyanka Chopra also took to Instagram to mourn the loss of her paternal uncle. In a touching tribute, she wrote, “You’ll always be in our hearts. Rest easy Raman uncle (fufaji). Om Shanti.”
Another cousin, actress Meera Chopra, spoke to Instant Bollywood during an event, expressing her shock and sorrow. “I just got to know. Vicky (Jain) told me about his demise. I knew he was in the hospital. It’s very sad. Losing a parent is the worst. Mannara and Mitali were both very close to him. It was a close-knit family.”
A prayer meet was also held in New Delhi to honor the memory of Mannara’s father. As the actress returns to work, she carries the strength and memories of her father with her, supported by a strong network of love and empathy.
