In a shocking incident, veteran actor Ravindra Mahajani has passed away at the age of 77. His body was discovered in his solitary residence in Talegaon, Pune. Police suspect that he had already been deceased for three days prior to the discovery, as his neighbors raised concerns due to a foul odor emanating from the apartment.

Upon notification, the police promptly arrived at the scene, where they found Mahajani's body. To determine the exact cause of death, his remains were sent to a hospital for a postmortem examination.

While the circumstances surrounding his sudden demise remain unclear, an ongoing investigation is underway. The untimely passing of Mahajani has sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry.

Renowned for his roles in various Marathi films such as "Mumbai cha Fauzdar," "Zoonj," and "Kalat Nakalat," he also made an appearance in Ashutosh Gowariker's 2019 film, "Panipat," which starred Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon in leading roles.

More details about his death are awaited. 

For the unversed, Mahajani's son Gashmeer is also an accomplished actor renowned for his appearances in well-received shows such as Imlie and Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. He has also showcased his talent in notable films such as Deool Band, Muskurake Dekh Zara, Mala Kahich Problem Nahi, and Dharmaveer, to name a few. In the TV series Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal, he portrayed the character of Armaan Oberoi, sharing the screen with Reem Shaikh and Karan Kundrra.

(WITH INPUTS FROM ANI)