Rio Kapadia death news: 'Chak De India' Actor Rio Kapadia passes away at 66

Bollywood actor Rio Kapadia known for his outstanding roles in 'Chak De India', Made In Heaven' and others died on September 13 after battling cancer.

By  Ritika Nath September 14th 2023 05:08 PM

Rio Kapadia death: Famous Bollywood actor Rio Kapadia passed away on September 14. The actor was known for playing significant roles in several films from 'Chak de India' to 'Made in Heaven'. Rio Kapadia has been battling cancer since last year, showing immense strength and resilience throughout his journey. 

The family and friends will be gathering for his cremation on September 15 at Shiv Dham Shamshan Bhumi in Goregaon.

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The actor is survived by his loving wife, Maria Farah, and their two children, Aman and Veer. Rio Kapadia's family, friends, and countless fans are deeply saddened by his untimely departure.

Talking about Rio's career graph, he was marked by outstanding performances in several Bollywood hits. Notably, what he played in the iconic film 'Chak De! India.' 

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Beyond his acting prowess, Rio Kapadia was a gifted sketch artist. He frequently shared glimpses of his artistic creations on social media. His sketches included portraits of legendary actors like Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Rishi Kapoor, Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit, and many more.

Rio Kapadia's passing is a great loss to the Indian film industry, and his contributions to both cinema and art will be remembered and cherished for generations to come. 

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