New Delhi, March 14 -- Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor proved his friendship as he stepped forward to shoulder the bier during the final rites of Ayan Mukerji's father, Deb Mukherjee. Paparazzi pictures from the funeral show Ranbir, dressed in white, joining the Samarth-Mukherjee family and close friend in paying his last respects.

In the picture, Ranbir was visibly moved by the solemn moment. He shares a close bond with filmmaker Ayan Mukerji and they consider each other family.

Meanwhile, several other celebrities have reached the venue to pay their tributes to Deb Mukherjee. Among them are Karan Johar, Jaya Bachchan, Kajol, Hrithik Roshan and Salim Khan.

Earlier in the day, Alia Bhatt was seen arriving at Ayan's residence for the fune...