Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi is in sorrow as his beloved mother Smt. Hemwanti Devi passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday October 30 2025 at the family’s ancestral home in Belsand Gopalganj district Bihar. She was 89 years old and had been unwell for some time. According to the family she breathed her last surrounded by loved ones offering a gentle farewell after a long life. The official statement In an official statement Pankaj’s team shared that he remained by her side during her final moments offering companionship and comfort until the very end. The family’s hometown of Belsand became the setting for this solemn goodbye a location deeply rooted in the actor’s upbringing and memories. The last rites took place the next day on Saturday November 1 2025 in Belsand. The cremation was carried out with only close family members relatives and friends present respecting a private farewell in this hour of grief. The Tripathi family has asked for the privacy to mourn this significant loss and has requested that well-wishers remember Hemwanti Devi in their thoughts and prayers during this time. About Pankaj Tripathis journey Pankaj’s journey from a small village in Bihar to the glitz of Mumbai is well known. His mother’s love and support remained a quiet but pivotal part of that inspiring path. From his breakthrough role in Gangs of Wasseypur to acclaimed performances in Mirzapur Stree Newton Mimi and OMG 2 Pankaj Tripathi has carved a unique space in Indian cinema with his grounded personality and powerful acting. Behind this successful journey stood his mother Smt. Hemwanti Devi whose blessings and encouragement guided him through life’s challenges. Her passing marks the end of an era for the actor’s family and serves as a poignant reminder of the deep relationships that shape even the most public figures. Story Highlights Pankaj Tripathi’s mother Smt. Hemwanti Devi passed away peacefully on Friday October 30 2025 at her home in Belsand Gopalganj Bihar. She was 89 years old and had been unwell for some time. Pankaj Tripathi was by her side during her final moments as confirmed by his team. The cremation took place on Saturday November 1 2025 in Belsand attended by close family and relatives. Pankaj Tripathi known for his humility and stellar performances is going through a difficult time after the passing of his mother Smt. Hemwanti Devi.