Tragedy at “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani” Farmhouse in Greater Noida
In a heartbreaking incident, a 55-year-old man was reportedly murdered during a wedding at a Greater Noida farmhouse featured in the Bollywood film “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,” starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.
Warning: This article contains details of a violent crime.
The shocking incident occurred on Monday night, transforming the glamorous movie location, known as Randhawa Paradise, into a crime scene. According to Hindustan Times, the victim, Ashok Yadav, president of Sector 51 Block H residents’ welfare association and a resident of Sector 51, Noida, was allegedly shot dead by his son’s father-in-law, Shekhar, during the wedding.
The tragedy unfolded around 9:30 p.m., escalating tensions due to the divorce proceedings between Ashok’s son and Shekhar’s daughter, leading to conflicts between the families. Deputy Commissioner of Police Suniti disclosed that an altercation ensued, resulting in Shekhar using a licensed revolver to shoot Ashok twice in the head. Chaos followed, allowing Shekhar to escape.
Directed by Karan Johar, “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani” showcased the farmhouse as Randhawa Paradise with a star-studded cast, including Shabana Azmi, Dharmendra, and Jaya Bachchan. The film premiered in theaters in July.
This real-life tragedy at the cinematic celebration spot sheds a somber light on the intersection of the reel and real worlds.