The Chopra and Handa families are going through a difficult time as Priyanka Chopra’s uncle and Mannara Chopra’s father, Raman Rai Handa, passed away on June 16, 2025. The sad news has left the entire family and close ones heartbroken. Raman Rai Handa was a well-known advocate at Delhi High Court and was loved and respected by many.
Mannara Chopra Shares Emotional News on Instagram
Actress Mannara Chopra, who is also known for her appearance in Bigg Boss 17, shared the heartbreaking news of her father’s death on her Instagram Story. She posted a photo of her father with an emotional note.
Her message read:
“Adv. Raman Rai Handa. 25/09/1953 – 16/06/2025. With profound grief and sorrow, we inform the sad demise of our loving father, who left us for his heavenly abode on 16/June/2025. He was the pillar of strength for our family.”
She also informed everyone that his last rites will be held on June 18, 2025, at 1 PM in Andheri West, Mumbai.
Raman Rai Handa Was a Strong Pillar of the Family
Raman Rai Handa was married to Kamini Chopra, who is the paternal aunt of Priyanka Chopra and Parineeti Chopra. He is survived by his wife and two daughters — Mannara Chopra and Mitali Chopra.
According to reports, Raman Ji had been unwell for the past few days due to age-related health issues.
Mannara’s Special Bond With Her Cousins
Many people know that Mannara is related to Priyanka Chopra, Parineeti Chopra, and Meera Chopra — they are all maternal cousins. In a 2018 interview with Hindustan Times, Mannara once shared that all cousins are part of a family WhatsApp group called ‘The Chopras’.
In her words:
“We are extremely close-knit and keep in touch with each other all the time. We cousins, we are 14 of us, and we have this family cousins’ WhatsApp group called ‘The Chopras’. We know what’s happening in each other’s lives. It is mandatory for us to share pictures from wherever we are.”
This shows the beautiful bond the Chopra cousins share despite their busy lives and locations.
More About Mannara Chopra
Born as Barbie Handa on March 29, 1991, in Ambala Cantonment, Haryana, she later changed her name to Mannara Chopra on the suggestion of Priyanka Chopra when she entered the film industry.
She completed her education in Delhi, holding a BBA degree, and later moved to Mumbai to follow her dreams. Before acting, she worked in:
- 40+ TV commercials
- Fashion designing
- Assistant dance choreography
In 2014, Mannara made her film debut with the Tamil movie Prema Geema Jantha Nai. She also acted in a few Hindi films and gained more popularity through reality shows like:
- Bigg Boss 17
- Dance Deewane 14
- Laughter Chefs – Unlimited Entertainment
Conclusion
The passing of Raman Rai Handa is truly a big loss for the Chopra and Handa families. Fans and friends are sending condolences and prayers for the family. Mannara’s heartfelt tribute to her father shows how deeply he was loved and respected.