Film and theatre actor of Prison Break fame Ranjit Chowdhry passes away

Film, TV and theatre actor Ranjit Chowdhry, son of actress Pearl Padamsee, passed away on April 15. He was 65. In his professional career spanning over four decades, Ranjit starred in several prominent roles in films including Bandit Queen, Baton Baton Mein, Khubsoorat, Mississippi Masala, Lonely in America, Bollywood/ Hollywood and many others. Ranjit also featured in a role in US TV series Prison Break in two episodes as Dr Marvin Gudat and even wrote the screenplay for Deepa Mehta's Sam & Me.

His half-sister Raell Padamsee confirmed the same through a social media post. According to the post, the actor took his last breath on April 15. She wrote, "For all those who knew Ranjit, the funeral will be held tomorrow and a gathering to celebrate his life n share his stories on May 5th. With love, Raell." A number of renowned names from the movie fraternity including director Sanjay Gupta and Deepa Mehta paid their rich tributes to the actor who was known for his realistic acting.

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RIP my friend Ranjit Chaudhury. Had the pleasure of working with you in KAANTE.
Thank you for the joy you gave us through your performances.
KHATTA MEETHA is my favourite.
Keep smiling wherever you are.😊😊😊 pic.twitter.com/EIvZf8dwpL

— Sanjay Gupta (@_SanjayGupta) April 16, 2020

Miss him - a real loss. https://t.co/1fx0kpth38

— Deepa Mehta (@IamDeepaMehta) April 16, 2020

This guy made magic out of nothing, filling paper thin roles with so much depth. I always saw my father when I was with him- the same humor, stubbornness and brilliance. Heartbroken, dear friend. RIP
#RanjitChowdhrypic.twitter.com/r8qM2iLCAI

— Poorna Jagannathan (@PoornaJags) April 15, 2020

Gutted to learn of #RanjitChowdhry’s passing. Despite his diminutive frame, he was a towering icon of Indian diaspora cinema and a master of his craft. By far, one of the most endearingly quirky and acerbically witty people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. A true original!

— Rahul Khanna (@R_Khanna) April 16, 2020