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TV Stars Unite at Prayer Meet for Arjun Bijlani's Father-in-Law in Mumbai

A prayer meet was held in Mumbai for Rakesh Chandra Swami, the father-in-law of actor Arjun Bijlani. Numerous television personalities, including Ravie Dubey, Ankita Lokhande, and Mouni Roy, attended to offer condolences. Swami had suffered a brain stroke in late December 2025 and passed away on January 1, 2026. His daughter Neha had previously shared a touching Father's Day tribute highlighting his role in their family.

Key Points: Arjun Bijlani's Father-in-Law Prayer Meet Attended by TV Stars

  • Prayer meet for Rakesh Chandra Swami
  • Attended by TV & film industry members
  • Passed away after a brain stroke
  • Neha Swami's heartfelt Father's Day tribute
  • Survived by daughter Neha and son Nishank
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Ravie Dubey, Ankita Lokhande, Kanika Mann, others attend prayer meet of Arjun Bijlani's father-in-law

Ravie Dubey, Ankita Lokhande, and other TV celebrities attend a prayer meet for actor Arjun Bijlani's father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami.

"Happy Father's Day to my daddy. I've always admired the way you loved, led, and protected our family. - Neha Swami"

Mumbai, January 5

A prayer meet for actor Arjun Bijlani's father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, was held in Mumbai on Monday.

From Ravie Dubey, Ankita Lokhande, to Vicky Jain, Isha Malviya, Chetna Pande, and Kanika Maan, several members from the film and television industry attended the prayer meet, paying condolences to Arjun and his wife Neha.

According to a source close to the 'Rise and Fall' star, Rakesh Chandra Swami suffered a brain stroke on December 29, 2025, following which he was undergoing treatment in Mumbai.

He passed away on January 1, 2026.

Rakesh Chandra Swami is survived by his daughter, Neha Swami and his son, Nishank Swami.

Last year, on the occasion of Father's Day, Neha shared a heartfelt post for her dad, penning an emotional message for him. She also shared pictures of her father and her son together.

"Happy Father's Day to my daddy. I've always admired the way you loved, led, and protected our family. I always hoped Arjun would learn from you -- your strength, your patience, and the way you make fatherhood look like a blessing. A father's love is the foundation of a family, and yours has shaped who I am and what I seek in the people I love. Thank you for being the example every father should strive to be. Love u daddy," she wrote.

Aamir Ali, Riddhima Pandit, and Mouni Roy also attended the prayer meet.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Very sad news. Brain strokes are so sudden and scary. Wishing strength to the Swami family. It's good to see colleagues showing up for such occasions, it matters.
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Aman W
Neha's Father's Day post is heartbreaking to read now. It really shows the bond they shared. In our culture, a father's role is everything. Om Shanti.
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Sarah B
While it's nice to see the industry support, the article feels a bit like a name-drop of celebrities who attended. The focus should remain on the family's loss and respecting their privacy during the prayer meet.
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Karthik V
Condolences to the family. The prayer meet (shanti paath/antim sanskar) is such an important ritual for us to find closure. Hope they find peace.
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Nisha Z
So young to go, just at the start of 2026. Life is so uncertain. My prayers are with Neha, her brother, and little Ayaan. May God give them strength.

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