Here's how Neha Dhupia mourned father-in-law Bishan Singh Bedi's death at Jio MAMI opening night

Ace cricketer Bishan Singh Bedi breathed his last on October 243 at the age of 77. Days after his demise, his daughter-in-law Neha Dhupia has resumed work. The actress hosted the opening night of the Jio MAMI film festival on October 27. To show her mark of respect, the actress sported a black armband. 

Neha Dhupia ties a black armband on stage

Neha Dhupia returned to work just a few days after the passing of her father-in-law due to prior commitments. However, the actress made sure to mark her respect and mourn his demise publicly. In pictures and videos of the night going viral, she can be seen sporting a black armband on her left hand. 

For the unversed, it is a common practice in the sporting world to don a black band in a show of respect for the departed. Neha attended the inaugural night in a black and white ensemble consisting of a white pearl embellished top teamed with a solid black skirt. 

Neha-Angad issue a statement after Bishan Singh Bedi's death

Immediately after the news of the cricketer's passing surfaced, his son Angad Bedi along with his wife Neha Dhupia and other family members took to their social media accounts to share a statement. 

The statement read, “Isn’t it completely in Dad’s character to bowl us over with the ultimate spin ball, one that even we never saw coming. While we are in shock and overcome with grief, we find solace in knowing that he lived a rich, fearless and full life that inspired many. We are moved by each and every message of love we have received, publicly and personally. Thank you to everyone for celebrating his grit, humour and giant heart. It is heartwarming to see how many generations Dad inspired through his life. Every day of his life was spent in devotion to his family and faith, and in service to his Waheguru. He epitomised living a life that was Nirbhau-Nirvair and we are comforted in knowing that he is with His Beloved now. Dad, we were blessed to have you as our fearless leader. We will strive to live by your motto - to observe and absorb. Keep guiding us from the great beyond."