Vaquar Shaikh, Who Replaced Rituraj Singh In Anupamaa, Condoles Actor's Death: When I Was Informed..

Rituraj Singh, who appeared on television shows such as Anupamaa as well as several films, including Brinath Ki Dulhania, passed away at his home early Tuesday following a cardiac arrest, a close friend said to PTI. He was 59. actor was last seen in Star Plus show Anupamaa, his co-star Vaquar Shaikh from series expressed his sness about his demise. 

Vaquar Shaikh condoles Rituraj Singh's death 

In an interaction with Pinkvilla, Vaquar Shaikh said, “I didn't share screen space with Ritu in Anupamaa, although I entered show as his bror. We were supposed to have scenes toger and I was looking forward to it but now, it's not going to happen. It is extremely shocking and disheartening.” 

Anupamaa set in mourning

Talking about his or co-stars from Anupamaa set, actor ded everyone is in shock with sudden news of Rituraj’s death. He said, “Everybody is in shock and are taking time to let news sink in. I'm working in a 7 am shift and I received so many calls. When I was informed of unfortunate news about him from people from show, I thought he was not shooting today. However, later, I was told that he wouldn't ever return to sets. We have pressure of delivering episodes and thus we are compelled to shoot, however, everyone on sets is s, shocked, and disappointed. We prayed for him on sets."

Rituraj is survived by his wife and two children. Singh was a familiar face in TV serials, films as well as OTT shows. His television roles include Banegi Apni Baat, Hitler Didi, Shapath, aalat and Diya Aur Baati Hum. Besides, he appeared in supporting roles in Hindi films and in OTT shows such as Bandish Bandits, Me in Heaven, and Indian Police Force. Amit Behl said he learned of death from actor Pallavi Joshi. Details of funeral are not known yet.