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Mint
3 days ago
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- Mint
Mannara Chopra pens emotional note, returns to work month after father's death: 'He raised me to rise...'
Actor Mannara Chopra has returned to work and social media following the recent passing of her father, Raman Rai Handa, sharing a moving message that reflects both her sorrow and resilience. The 33-year-old actress, who rose to wider fame after her stint on 'Bigg Boss 17', posted a heartfelt note on Instagram expressing the deep emotional impact of her loss, while also acknowledging the importance of continuing her professional journey. In a post accompanied by images of herself in a white, embroidered lehenga, Chopra wrote, 'How to be brave… when you've lost your world? He raised me to rise — with grace in pain and power in purpose. Posting again, not because I've moved on, but because this is my work. #BackOnTheGram (sic).' The note comes just weeks after her father, Raman Rai Handa, passed away on June 16, 2025 at the age of 72. At the time, Mannara shared the news through an Instagram Story, writing, 'With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father, who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family (sic).' The last rites were held on June 18 in Mumbai. Her cousin, Priyanka Chopra, also mourned the loss, sharing a touching tribute via Instagram, 'You'll always be in our hearts. Rest easy Raman uncle (fufaji). Om Shanti (sic).' Before returning to work, Mannara posted a message of appreciation to her followers and well-wishers, '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 (sic).' Mannara Chopra's most recent television appearance was in Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2. Although she debuted in Bollywood with the 2014 film Zid, which underperformed at the box office, she later found success in South Indian cinema with roles in Thikka, Rogue, and Sita. As she steps back into the spotlight, Mannara's words echo a quiet strength — a reminder that while grief lingers, purpose and perseverance remain her guiding force.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bigg Boss 17's Mannara Chopra and sister Mitali Handa break down in tears as they pay last respects to their father
Mannara Chopra 's father, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, passed away in Mumbai on 16 June 2025. The actress, along with her sister Mitali Handa and mother, reached the crematorium for the last rites. In the video, Mannara and Mitali broke down in tears as they paid their last respects to their father. Mitali couldn't stop crying while Mannara held her. Mannara and Mitali, along with their mother, brought their father's mortal remains to the crematorium. Mannara was extremely devastated and couldn't hold back her emotions as they moved ahead with the last rites. Earlier, according to a video uploaded by Instant bollywood on Instagram, she appeared extremely sad as she walked out of the terminal, visibly affected by the loss. Mannara earlier shared the devastating news on her Instagram account. In her post, she referred to her father as a "pillar of strength for our family". She further penned the note, "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. " Talking about Mannara's career trajectory with films and TV, her acting career began with her Bollywood debut in the film Zid. Despite the film's poor box office performance, she quickly established herself in the South Indian cinema business. She has appeared in numerous regional films, including Thikka, Rogue, and Sita. She became more well-known after appearing on Salman Khan's reality show Bigg Boss 17. While she did not win the title, she became well-known and finished as the second runner-up. She later joined the cast of Laughter Chefs - Unlimited Entertainment Season 2, among well-known celebrities such as Elvish Yadav, Rubina Dilaik, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande, and Abhishek Kumar.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mannara Chopra along with sister Mitali Handa, rushes out of Mumbai airport after father's passing; last rites on June 18
Mannara Chopra 's father, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, sadly passed away in Mumbai on 16 June 2025. The actress was seen rushing out of the airport along with her sister Mitali Handa as they arrived back in Mumbai. Emotional tribute on Instagram As per a video shared by Instant bollywood on Instagram, she appeared heartbroken while walking out of the terminal, clearly affected by the loss. Mannara earlier took to her Instagram story to share the heartbreaking news. In her message, she described her father as the "pillar of strength for our family". She wrote, "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. " Funeral details The last rites of late Raman Rai Handa are scheduled to take place on 18 June at 1 pm in Crematorium Ground, Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Mannara's work journey Mannara began her acting career with her Bollywood debut in the film Zid. Though the film didn't do well at the box office, she soon made a mark in the South Indian film industry. Over the years, she has acted in several regional films including Thikka, Rogue, and Sita. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo She gained wider fame through Salman Khan's reality show Bigg Boss 17. While she didn't win the title, she became a household name and finished as the second runner-up. Later, she joined the cast of Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2, alongside well-known names like Elvish Yadav, Rubina Dilaik, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande, and Abhishek Kumar. Most recently, Mannara appeared in the 2024 Telugu film Tiragabadara Saami, where she starred alongside Raj Tarun and Malvi Malhotra. She is now looking forward to her next release—a Punjabi film titled Ohi Chann Ohi Raatan. Catch Mannara Chopra's hilarious street shopping bargains
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Mannara Chopra's father Raman Rai Handa dies at 72; family issues statement: ‘He was our pillar of strength'
Actor Mannara Chopra, cousin of Priyanka Chopra and Parineeti Chopra, lost her father, Raman Rai Handa, who passed away at the age of 72 on June 16. Mannara shared the heartbreaking news on social media, along with details of the cremation ceremony. Mannara took to her Instagram story to share an official statement, which read: "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family." Raman Rai Handa is survived by his wife, Kamini Chopra Handa, and daughters Mannara and Mitali. His funeral will be held on June 18 at 1 PM at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Raman Handa worked as a lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He was married to Kamini Chopra, paternal aunt of Priyanka and Parineeti Chopra. The families would often come together for festivals, birthdays, and important occasions. According to Times Now, Raman had been unwell for a few days due to undisclosed reasons. Mannara made her Bollywood debut with the film Zid, which failed to leave a mark at the box office. She then turned to the South Indian film industry and appeared in films like Thikka, Rogue, and Sita. Mannara later participated in Salman Khan's reality show Bigg Boss 17 and, though she didn't win the trophy, she rose to fame and finished as the second runner-up. She also took part in the reality cooking show Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment Season 2, alongside Elvish Yadav, Rubina Dilaik, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Vicky Jain, Ankita Lokhande, Abhishek Kumar, and others. She was last seen in the 2024 Telugu film Tiragabadara Saami, co-starring Raj Tarun and Malvi Malhotra. She will next be seen in the Punjabi film Ohi Chann Ohi Raatan.
News18
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Mannara Chopra's Father Raman Rai Handa Dies At 72: 'He Was Our Family's Strength'
Last Updated: Mannara Chopra's father and Priyanka Chopra's uncle, Raman Rai Handa, passed away at 72. His funeral will be held on June 18 in Mumbai. Mannara Chopra's father and Priyanka Chopra's uncle, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, passed away on June 16 in Mumbai. He was 72. The news of his passing was shared by Mannara via her Instagram Stories, where she posted the family's official statement along with funeral details. The family's message read, 'With profound grief and sorrow we inform the sad demise of our loving father who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family." Handa is survived by his wife Kamini Chopra Handa, and daughters Mannara and Mitali. His funeral will be held on June 18 at 1 PM at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West, Mumbai. Raman Rai Handa had been unwell for the past couple of days and was in Mumbai with his family during his final moments. Professionally, Handa was a lawyer at the Delhi High Court. He was married to Kamini Chopra, who is the paternal aunt of actors Priyanka Chopra and Parineeti Chopra. The Handas share a close relationship with the Chopra family, despite Mannara rarely mentioning it in public. In a previous interview with Siddharth Kannan, Mannara addressed the speculation surrounding her relationship with her cousins. 'If I would take my family's name, they would have called me a nepo kid. They would have said that I don't have a personality. Now that I didn't take their names, they created another story that my relationship with my sisters is not good. My relations are very sorted," she said. Speaking about Priyanka specifically, Mannara added, 'I looked up to her while growing up because I noticed how she could buy things on her own. She could stay in the best of the places, do whatever she wants, and rule the world according to her terms. That was something I imbibed from her. That was something that got inside me." Mannara has acted in films across multiple languages including Zid, Rouge, Prema Geema Jantha Nai, Jakkanna, Thikka, and Sita. First Published:
