Ravi Chopra to be cremated at Pawan Hans Thursday

Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Filmmaker Ravi Chopra, who passed away at around 3.30 p.m Wednesday, will be cremated at Pawan Hans in Vile Parle here Thursday.

"The funeral will take place at 11.00 a.m. at Pawan Hans," a source close to the family of the filmmaker told IANS.

According to the source, many celebrities are expected to attend his funeral.

The 68-year-old "Baghban" director was reportedly suffering from a severe lung ailment since the last few years.

He is survived by his wife and three children.

Son of late B.R. Chopra, Ravi was also known for directing "The Burning Train", "Aaj Ki Awaz", and "Baabul", among others.