Noted film producer Rajkumar Barjatya breathed his last this morning in Mumbai. Rajkumar, father of Sooraj Barjatya of Rajshri Productions passed away this morning due to a prolonged illness. He was admitted in Reliance Hurkisondas Hospital since two days, as per some reports. Taking to Twiitter, Trade analyst Taran Aadarsh confirmed the news saying, "Shocked and saddened to learn of Rajkumar Barjatya ji’s demise... Raj Babu - as he was affectionately called - was an extremely soft-spoken person... Heartfelt condolences to Sooraj, the Barjatya family and #Rajshri parivaar." Rajkumar Barjatya Passes Away in Mumbai.

He was a well- known for producing movies like Piya Ka Ghar (1972), Hum Aapke Hain Koun...! (1994), Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999), Hum Pyaar Tumhi Se Kar Baithe (2002), Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon (2003), Uuf Kya Jadoo Mohabbat Hai (2004), Vivah (2006), Isi Life Mein (2010) etc. His 2019 release includes Hum Chaar, directed by Abhishek Dixit. Some Bollywood actors have shared their regret on losing a legend like Rajkumar and here's what they have said. Rajkumar Barjatya Passes Away: Hum Chaar Actor Tushar Pandey Fondly Remembers the Veteran Producer, Says 'We Lost A legend' - EXCLUSIVE.

Sonam Kapoor

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Anupam Kher

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Raj Kumar Barjatiya took over the family-run Rajshri production house from his father Tarachand Barjatya and passed it on to his son Sooraj. The banner was famous for making family-oriented films.He was popularly and affectionately known as Raj Babu. May his soul rest in peace. Our condolences to the Rajshri parivaar.

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