Rajjat was part of some of Rajshri's biggest projects, including Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, Hum Saath Saath Hain and the more recent Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo. Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya's cousin, he was also the brainchild behind the production house's progress in digital media and was touted to be responsible for Rajshri's business gains.
His last rites will be held on Saturday afternoon in Mumbai's Worli locality. A number of personalities from the Bollywood industry are expected to attend the ceremony to pay their respects to the producer.
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