TV Actor Rituraj Singh Dies At 59: Actors And More Celebs React To His Death

The esteemed TV and Bollywood actor Rituraj Singh, aged 59, passed away in the early hours of February 20, falling victim to an unexpected cardiac arrest.

The news has sent shockwaves through his circle of friends and colleagues in the industry, prompting an outpouring of grief on social media.

TV Actor Rituraj Singh Dies At 59: Actors & More Celebs React

Varun Dhawan shared a photo with the late actor on his Instagram stories, offering a tribute.

Screenshot Of Varun Dhawan's Instagram Story/Instagram

Singh's co-star from 'Anupamaa', Rupali Ganguly called the late actor 'Legend Of Television'. Here is her Instagram post:

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In a X (formely Twitter) post, Hansal Mehta wrote, "Rituraj!!!! Can¡¯t believe this! I directed him briefly in a daily soap called K Street Pali Hill but in the process we became good friends. Been a while since we hung out but I have such fond memories. Untapped actor and a warm human. Gone suddenly and too early."

Rituraj!!!! Can¡¯t believe this!

I directed him briefly in a daily soap called K Street Pali Hill but in the process we became good friends. Been a while since we hung out but I have such fond memories. Untapped actor and a warm human. Gone suddenly and too early. pic.twitter.com/53A2SJ4At4

¡ª Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) February 20, 2024

In a post on X, actor Arshad Warsi said, ¡°I am so saddened to know that Ritu Raj passed away. We lived in the same building, he was a part of my first film as a producer. Lost a friend and a great actor."

I am so saddened to know that Ritu Raj passed away. We lived in the same building, he was a part of my first film as a producer. Lost a friend and a great actor¡­ will miss you brother¡­

¡ª Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) February 20, 2024

Actor Lillete Dubey said in her Instagram post, "I lost an old friend and co actor Rituraj Singh today.. and was very sad..we had worked together in theatre since he was in his 20¡¯s .. endearing, affectionate and a terrific actor on stage, he also straddled TV & films later and I always felt he never got the parts that really shone light on his immense talent..met him very recently after ages and we promised to catch up properly..a promise that will be fulfilled elsewhere now I guess ..RIP dearest Ritz ..Will miss you ..???The pic is from a play he did for me ¡® On a Muggy night in Mumbai ¡® by Mahesh Dattani , in which he was wonderful![sic]"

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Actor Sonu Sood too posted a picture of Rituraj and wrote, "RIP Bhai #rituraj"

RIP Bhai #rituraj pic.twitter.com/FEGfxm5zCL

¡ª sonu sood (@SonuSood) February 20, 2024

Manoj Bajpayee, who was unable to believe the news, wrote, "How can this be true, Ritz? Why? Such a devastating news to wake up to ! Rest in peace Rituraj my friend! ? ??????"

How can this be true Ritz? Why? Such a devastating news to wake up to ! Rest in peace Rituraj my friend! ? ?????? ?

¡ª manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) February 20, 2024

Confirmation by Amit Behl

According to media reports, Amit Behl, a fellow actor and dear friend of Rituraj Singh, confirmed the devastating news. According to Behl, Rituraj experienced a cardiac arrest at 12:30 a.m. during the night, marking a sombre moment for the entertainment industry.

Health Struggles

Amit Behl, also the Chief of the Cine and TV Artists Association (CINTAA), revealed that Rituraj Singh had been grappling with pancreas-related health issues.

The late actor had been actively seeking medical treatment for the ailment in recent times, shedding light on the health challenges he faced leading up to his untimely demise.

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