Amid severe flooding and relentless torrential rainfall in Nepal, renowned Bengali actor Kharaj Mukherjee and his wife Pratibha Mukherjee have found their travel plans disrupted in Pokhara. As news of the natural calamity in Nepal spread, fans and well-wishers expressed deep concern for the couple's safety. Addressing these growing worries, their son Tamaghna Mukherjee released a detailed video update on social media to clarify that both of his parents are completely safe and out of danger.
Heavy Rainfall Interrupts Film Shoot in Pokhara
Kharaj Mukherjee and Pratibha Mukherjee had traveled to Nepal for a scheduled film shooting project. However, unexpected extreme weather conditions and heavy downpours forced the production crew to halt filming before completion. The couple is currently staying in Pokhara, a location situated at a safe distance from the most severely flood-ravaged regions of Nepal. Despite being away from the worst disaster zones, the persistent heavy rainfall in Pokhara has severely impacted local transport infrastructure and disrupted all departure plans.
Son Tamaghna Mukherjee Addresses Media and Fan Inquiries
Following reports of the severe weather in Nepal, Tamaghna Mukherjee received a constant stream of phone calls and text messages from concerned well-wishers, media representatives, and fans seeking updates about his parents. To ease the public anxiety, Tamaghna, also known as Bihu Mukherjee, posted a video statement online. He confirmed speaking directly with his mother and father, reassuring everyone that both remain in sound health and safe surroundings.
Schedule Revised: Expected Arrival in Kolkata on August 28
In his video message, Tamaghna outlined the revised timeline for his parents' return journey to India. According to the original itinerary, Kharaj and Pratibha Mukherjee were supposed to complete their filming schedule and arrive back in Kolkata on August 23. However, severe rain-induced travel disruptions prevented them from adhering to that schedule. Tamaghna shared that despite the delay, his parents are now expected to reach Kolkata on the morning of August 28.
Prominent Figures in the Bengali Entertainment Industry
Both Kharaj Mukherjee and Pratibha Mukherjee are well-established personalities in Bengali cinema, credited with numerous acclaimed film projects. Kharaj Mukherjee is particularly celebrated for his versatile and natural acting performances. News of their safety in Pokhara has brought immense relief to their large fan base across India and the film fraternity.
