Shah Rukh Khan's 'Ra.One' animator Charu Khandal passes away at the age of 32

Shah Rukh Khan's 'Ra.One' animator Charu Khandal passes away at the age of 32

Shah Rukh Khan's 'Ra.One' animator Charu Khandal passes away at the age of 32. Pic/Red Chillies Entertainment Facebook

Animator Charu Khandal, who was part of the team that won a National Award for Best Special Effects for Shah Rukh Khan's film 'Ra.One', passed away at the age of 32 on Tuesday.

Red Chillies VFX shared a Facebook post in Charu's memory that read, "In memory of Charu Khandal: Charu Khandal, a former team member of our studio, passed away on Tuesday morning, 17th January, 2017. Charu will always be remembered for being a happy go lucky, spirited girl and a true fighter! A few Red Chillies VFX team members who remember working with her said, "She was always passionate towards her work, and believed that she could make a difference with her contributions." We all pray to the lord almighty for her soul to rest in peace and hope that her story continues to inspire young aspirants wanting to make a difference! RIP Dear Charu, you will always be remembered..."

Charu Khandal had been paralysed from the neck down after an accident in Mumbai in 2012. Charu was returning from a party after celebrating her team's National Award win for their work in 'Ra.One'.

The auto rickshaw in which Charu was travelling was hit by a speeding car, whose driver was apparently drunk.

According to reports, Charu Khandal passed away after battling a viral infection. Her immunity reportedly became weak after the unfortunate incident in 2012.