Veteran actor, Deb Mukherjee, father of filmmaker, Ayan Mukherji, breathed his last at the age of 83 due to age-related complications. The news of his demise has shaken the Bollywood industry, and everyone is making their way back to Mumbai to pay their last respect to the late actor. Bollywood power couple, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor were spotted arriving back in Mumbai, leaving behind their Alibaug celebrations after receiving the heartbreaking news. We also spotted Deb Mukherjee’s niece, Kajol, arrive at his residence, followed by filmmaker, Karan Johar.
Alia and Ranbir cut their trip short to stand by Ayan Mukherjee
After her pre-birthday celebration with the media, Alia Bhatt left for Alibaug with her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, to celebrate Holi and her birthday. However, after learning of their dear friend, Ayan’s tragic loss, Alia and Ranbir cut their trip short and returned to Mumbai, paying tribute to the late actor. Their friendship with Ayan Mukerji goes back a long way, with Ayan directing both of them in the 2022 hit Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.