Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Arjun Bijlani Cuts Dubai Trip Short After Father-in-Law's Death
Arjun Bijlani, a popular TV actor, had to come back from Dubai quickly because his father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, got very sick.
Mr. Swami had a sudden brain problem and was taken to the hospital.
Even though doctors tried to help, he passed away on January 1, 2026.
Arjun and his wife, Neha, who is Mr. Swami's daughter, were very sad and stayed with him in the hospital.
They had a special ceremony to say goodbye to Mr. Swami in Mumbai.
Neha often shared how much she loved her dad on social media.
Arjun was also very upset and cried at the ceremony.
Mr. Swami was 73 years old and is survived by his daughter Neha and son Nishank.
Arjun Bijlani's father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 73 due to a brain stroke.
Swami suffered a sudden stroke on December 29, 2025, and was rushed to the hospital in Mumbai.
Arjun cut short his Dubai trip and returned to India to be with his family during the emergency.
The final rites were held at the Oshiwara crematorium in Mumbai, with Arjun and Neha present.
Neha Swami often expressed her close bond with her father on social media, highlighting their warm relationship.
- Who
- Rakesh Chandra Swami, father-in-law of actor Arjun Bijlani
- What
- Passed away due to a brain stroke
- When
- January 1, 2026, after suffering a stroke on December 29, 2025
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- Sudden brain stroke while preparing for dinner
- Name
- Rakesh Chandra Swami
- Age
- 73
- Cause of Death
- Brain stroke
- Date of Death
- January 1, 2026
- Survivors
- Daughter Neha Swami, son Nishank Swami
- Location of Final Rites
- Oshiwara crematorium, Mumbai
- Arjun Bijlani's Shows
- Mohe Rang De, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10, Dance Deewane 4, Khatron Ke Khiladi 14
