Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi lost one of his guardians today. Pankaj Tripathi's father, Pandit Banaras Tiwari, passed away on Monday in Gopalganj. He was 99 years old and died of an old-age illness. May God rest his soul in peace.
Pankaj Tripathi, who was enjoying the success of his latest release, OMG 2, has left for his village to see his father for the last time. As per the latest update, Banaras Tiwari's last will be performed in Gopalganj today in the presence of Pankaj Tripathi and close family members.
Read the official statement of Pankaj Tripathi and his family below:
"It’s with a heavy heart to confirm that Pankaj Tripathi's father, Pandit Banaras Tiwari is no more. He lived a wholesome life of 99 years. His last rites will be performed today among his close family. Pankaj Tripathi is currently on his way to his village in Gopalganj".