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Lara Dutta, the acclaimed actress and former Miss Universe, is currently mourning the loss of her father, Wing Commander LK Dutta (retired). His passing comes just days after the family celebrated his 84th birthday and coincided with the 25th anniversary of Lara's Miss Universe win. The funeral was a poignant affair at Mumbai's Santacruz Hindu Crematorium, with family and close friends in attendance. In a heartfelt social media tribute, Lara reflected on the fleeting nature of life, emphasizing gratitude for her father's presence and their shared milestones.

Key Points: Lara Dutta Mourns Father LK Dutta's Passing Days After Milestones

  • Lara Dutta's father passes days after his 84th birthday
  • His birthday coincided with Lara's Miss Universe anniversary
  • Funeral attended by family and close friends in Mumbai
  • Lara pays tribute expressing gratitude and reflecting on life's transience
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Lara Dutta's father LK Dutta passes away

Lara Dutta grieves the loss of father LK Dutta, days post his 84th birthday and her Miss Universe anniversary.

"It's important to acknowledge and be grateful for the gifts the universe bestows upon us. - Lara Dutta"

Mumbai, May 31

Actress and former Miss Universe Lara Dutta is mourning the loss of her father, Wing Commander LK Dutta (retd), who passed away earlier today.

The news comes just days after the family marked his 84th birthday on May 12, which coincided with the 25th anniversary of Lara's Miss Universe win.

The funeral was performed at the Santacruz Hindu Crematorium in Mumbai, where close friends and family gathered to pay their final respects.

Earlier this month, Lara had shared a series of heartfelt photos with her father on social media, including one in which he was seen seated in a wheelchair.

She also posted images from a puja ceremony held in his honour on his birthday, writing, "Yesterday was a day of roller coaster emotions..... the 12th of May........ a significant day in my life! Not just my Dad's birthday, but also the day I won Miss Universe 25 years ago! Time certainly flies!"

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In a touching tribute, she reflected on the transient nature of life, adding, "Marked the day yesterday with a puja to celebrate my father's life...... knowing full well how fleeting and fragile life is, it's important to acknowledge and be grateful for the gifts the universe bestows upon us. Thank you for the love and for your companionship over the last 25 years!"

Wing Commander LK Dutta (retd) had a distinguished career in the Indian Air Force and was a strong influence in Lara Dutta's life.

On the professional front, Lara was last seen in the political action drama 'Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond', which premiered on JioCinema on April 25.

The series, produced by Sphereorigins Multivision, features a powerful ensemble cast including Ashutosh Rana and Ashish Vidyarthi, and has received acclaim for its compelling storyline.

Looking ahead, Lara is set to appear in several projects, including 'Welcome To The Jungle', 'Suryast', and the highly anticipated 'Ramayana' adaptation.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Heartfelt condolences to Lara and her family. Wing Commander LK Dutta served our nation with pride and raised such an accomplished daughter. The Instagram post about celebrating his life was so touching. May his soul rest in peace 🙏
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Rahul S.
Very sad news. As an Air Force kid myself, I know how strong the bond is between defense personnel and their children. Lara's tribute shows what a wonderful father he must have been. Salute to his service to the nation!
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Ananya M.
Om Shanti. The timing is so poignant - just after celebrating his birthday and her Miss Universe anniversary. Life really is fragile. My prayers are with Lara and her family during this difficult time.
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Vikram P.
While I sympathize with Lara's loss, I wish media would give equal coverage to ordinary citizens who lose their parents. Just because she's a celebrity doesn't make her grief more important than others'.
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Sneha R.
The way Lara balanced her career while being there for her father in his last days is truly inspiring. Her recent work in Ranneeti was brilliant too! May she find strength in this tough period. ❤️
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Karan J.
Respect to a true patriot! Wing Commander Dutta's legacy lives on through Lara's achievements. Interesting that she's now working on Ramayana - what a beautiful way to honor our cultural roots during difficult times.

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