Actor-Kathak dancer Veeru Krishnan, known for his work in films such as ‘Ishq’, ‘Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke’ and ‘Raja Hindustani’, has passed away.

The actor died on Saturday. His final rites were performed at a crematorium in suburban Santacruz. Krishnan mostly appeared in supporting roles in the films in 1990s. He was a regular in Aamir Khan’s movies.

Besides, acting in films Krishnan used to teach Kathak. Several film and TV actors like Katrina Kaif, Athiya Shetty, Karanvir Bohra and others were trained in Kathak by him.A host of celebrities took to social media to express their grief and offer condolences to the departed soul.

“You taught me to dance when I was two left feet. Your patience and passion for dance was so infectious that each one of us not only learned Kathak, but so much more from you. You will always be remembered Guruji. #panditveerukrishnan,” she tweeted.Lara Dutta said: “This is a very sad news indeed. Prayers and heartfelt condolences to Guruji’s family.