Akshay Kumar's mother Aruna Bhatia passes away, actor says 'She was my core'

Akshay Kumar's mother Aruna Bhatia passed away on Wednesday, the actor confirmed on Twitter. She was admitted to the ICU of Mumbai’s Hiranandani hospital a few days ago. Akshay tweeted, "She was my core. And today I feel an unbearable pain at the very core of my existence....I respect your prayers as I and my family go through this period."