BREAKING: Pankaj Tripathi’s father passes away at 99

Pandit Banaras Tripathi, Pankaj Tripathi’s father, has passed away on Monday. He died at the age of 99. The OMG 2 actor, who apparently was filming in Uttarakhand for a movie, has reportedly travelled to his village in Gopalganj, Bihar, for the funeral ceremonies. According to accounts, Pankaj Tripathi’s mother and father resided there, whereas Pankaj Tripathi and his family reside in Mumbai.

The official statement released on behalf of Pankaj Tripathi and his family read, “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 amongst his close family. Pankaj Tripathi is currently on his way to his village in Gopalganj”

Pankaj Tripathi on his late father

The actor claimed that his father wanted him to become a doctor in an old interview with Hindustan Times. He claimed to be from Gopalganj, Bihar, where there were only two vocations recognised: engineer or doctor. “My village is (situated so much) in the) interior that there are still no well-built roads there,” he said.

Pankaj Tripathi, in another interview with Mashable, discussed how his father is not quite aware of what he does in the film industry. “He is not overly proud of my accomplishments. Even my father is unaware of my work in the film industry. He has not yet seen what a movie theatre looks like on the inside. He can view my work if someone displays it to him on their computer or on the newly installed television in my home,” the man added.

On the work front, Pankaj Tripathi’s latest film OMG 2’s 11-day journey came to a successful conclusion with a predicted collection of 4.00 crore, further reiterating its dependable box office performance. OMG 2 has amassed a total of 118.31 crore in just 11 days, demonstrating its obvious appeal and ongoing success. It remains to be seen how this thrilling cinematic trip will continue to develop in the upcoming weeks as the film’s audience continues to expand.