Mumbai, Sept 22: Krishna Mukerji, mother of Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji, passed away this afternoon at the age of 75. Yash Raj Films confirmed the sad news through an official statement.
A statement issued on behalf of the family expressed condolences over Krishna Mukerji’s demise and conveyed gratitude for the love, prayers, and support the family has received during this difficult time. It also requested that the family’s privacy be respected.
Krishna Mukerji was not only Rani Mukerji’s mother but also had a direct connection to the film industry. She worked as a playback singer in the Hindi and Bengali film industries. Her name is associated with films such as ‘Momar Alo’, ‘Haiwan’, ‘Teesri Aankh’, and ‘Tomar Rakte Amar Sohag’; she is credited as a playback singer in available film records.
Her personal life was also closely intertwined with the world of cinema. She was married to the renowned director-producer Ram Mukerji. Ram Mukerji was not only a recognized figure in film direction and production but was also one of the co-founders of Filmalaya Studios. The couple had two children, Rani Mukerji and Raja Mukerji. Ram Mukherjee passed away in 2017 at the age of 84.
On the other hand, Krishna Mukherjee also had family ties to the Bengali film industry. She was reportedly the sister of National Award-winning actress Debasree Roy. The extended Mukherjee family in the film industry includes several prominent names, such as Kajol and director Ayan Mukerji.
Rani Mukerji has spoken emotionally about her mother on several occasions. Recalling her childhood days in a conversation with *India Today*, Rani mentioned that she grew up in a simple Bengali family and that there were times when the family faced financial challenges. However, she noted that her mother always maintained a smiling face amidst those circumstances; Rani credited her mother for teaching her the quality of moving forward courageously, regardless of life’s situations.
The actress has previously mentioned several times that Krishna played a significant role in shaping her career. Rani has recalled the encouragement her mother provided when she decided to step into acting. She has also stated in recent years that her mother has had a profound influence on her life, values, and career.
Condolence messages have been pouring in from the Bollywood fraternity following the news of Krishna Mukherjee’s passing. However, during this time of grief, the family has requested privacy and personal space from the media and the public. No further details regarding the cause of death or the funeral arrangements have been disclosed in the family’s official statement.
For Rani Mukerji, who shared a special bond with her mother, this loss is a deeply painful moment. Rani, known for portraying many powerful roles on screen, is now grappling with the personal sorrow of losing her mother. The memories of Krishna Mukerji and the values she instilled will always remain with Rani in the days to come.