Mannara Chopra celebrates 'Bhai Dooj' with Priyanka Chopra's brother Siddharth Chopra
Mumbai, Oct 27
Actress Mannara Chopra recently celebrated the occasion of Bhai dooj with her cousin brother Siddharth Chopra.
Siddharth Chopra is the real brother of global icon Priyanka Chopra, and their mother, Madhu Chopra, recently shared photos of the happy celebration on her social media account. The post featured Manara Chopra applying tilak on Siddharth Chopra's forehead while celebrating the festival that celebrates siblings.
She wrote, "Nothing compares to the bond of a brother and sister @memannara @siddharthchopra89" Manara in the photo is seen dressed in a traditional salwar suit, while Siddharth is seen donning a classy kurta pyjama. Recently Mannara, while talking to the paparazzi, had expressed how this year and all festivals had been pretty difficult for her since she lost her father recently.
On account of her late father Raman Rai Handa's birth anniversary, she remembered him through a social media post and said that she prays that he is smiling and at peace wherever he is. Taking to her social media account, Chopra had shared heartfelt memories from her parents' wedding, her toddler days with her father, and other pictures tracing her journey with her family into the entertainment industry.
She wrote, "Happy Birthday Papa... Wherever you are, I pray you're smiling and at peace. Your blessings stay with us always. Miss you deeply, today and forever." For the uninitiated, Mannara's father, Raman Rai Handa, who was an advocate at the Delhi High Court by profession, passed away in Mumbai on June 16 at the age of 72. The actress then shared the news through her social media stories, posting the family's official statement and remembering her father as "the pillar of strength for the family".
The statement read, "With profound grief and sorrow, we inform you of the sad demise of our loving father, who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/06/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family (sic)." As per reports, Mannara's father had been unwell and was surrounded by his loved ones during his final moments in Mumbai.
His last rites were held on June 18 at the Crematorium Ground in Amboli, Andheri West. Raman Handa was married to Kamini Chopra, the paternal aunt of Priyanka and Parineeti Chopra.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Beautiful to see traditional festivals being celebrated with such love. The photos look so genuine - Mannara applying tilak to Siddharth reminds me of my own Bhai Dooj celebrations with my sister. These moments matter more than anything.
Must be really tough for Mannara celebrating festivals without her father. Losing a parent is the hardest thing. Respect to her for staying strong and keeping family traditions alive. ðŸ™
While it's nice to see celebrity family moments, I wish media would focus less on their personal grief. Mannara's father passed away recently - let her mourn in peace instead of making every festival about her loss.
The Chopra family always shows how important family values are in Indian culture. Despite their global fame, they never forget their roots and traditions. That's what makes them special! 🇮🇳
Mannara's traditional salwar suit looks so elegant! Good to see celebrities wearing Indian attire for our festivals instead of western clothes. Sets a great example for the younger generation.
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