MUMBAI: The mortal remains of actor and director Manoj Kumar, known for his patriotic roles, were taken for his final rites today, April 5, 2025, with full state honours.

The legendary Padma Shri awardee was given a grand tribute to celebrate the legacy he leaves behind in Indian cinema. His coffin, draped with the tricolour national flag, marked a fitting farewell to the "Bharat Kumar" of Indian cinema.

Family members and close friends gathered at his residence in Mumbai to bid their final goodbyes.

The ambulance carrying his body was also adorned with garlands and flowers in the tricolour, symbolizing his patriotic journey in cinema.

Manoj Kumar's wife was also among the family members who attended the state honours of the late legendary actor.

Dr. Jitender Singh Shunty, a Padma Shri awardee and President of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sewa Dal, also attended the last rites.