Bollywood stars have expressed deep grief over the death of legendary Indian actor Rishi Kapoor. Rishi Kapoor, who had been suffering from cancer’s illness for a long time, was admitted to a Mumbai hospital after falling ill yesterday, where he passed away.
Other stars including Bollywood actors Amitabh Bachchan, Farhan Akhtar, Priyanka Chopra, June Ibrahim, Tapsi Panu, Raveena Tandon, Arshad Warsi, Ritesh Deshmukh, and Ajay Devgn have expressed their grief over Rishi Kapoor’s demise.
Amitabh Bachchan
Expressing deep sorrow over the demise of Rishi Kapoor, Bollywood kingpin Amitabh Bachchan wrote, “Rishi has passed away.”
Rajni Kant
Film star Rajni Kant wrote on Rishi Kapoor’s death that “my heart is broken, stay calm my dear friend Rishi Kapoor”.
Heartbroken … Rest In Peace … my dearest friend #RishiKapoor
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 30, 2020
Priyanka Chopra
Actress Priyanka Chopra condoled with Rishi Kapoor’s family and said that this is the end of an era, a heart and talent like yours will never be found again.
My heart is so heavy. This is the end of an era. #Rishisir your candid heart and immeasurable talent will never be encountered again. Such a privilege to have known you even a little bit. My condolences to Neetu maam, Ridhima, Ranbir and the rest of the family. Rest in peace Sir. pic.twitter.com/TR6GVSN4m7
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) April 30, 2020
Akshay Kumar
Describing Rishi Kapoor’s demise as very sad news, Akshay Kumar said that Rishi Kapoor’s demise was heartbreaking. He was a legend, a good co-star, and a good friend of the family.
It seems like we’re in the midst of a nightmare…just heard the depressing news of #RishiKapoor ji passing away, it’s heartbreaking. He was a legend, a great co-star and a good friend of the family. My thoughts and prayers with his family 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 30, 2020
Raveena Tandon
Actress Raveena Tandon wrote for Rishi Kapoor, “We will miss you dearly.”
Seems like a part of my life , my childhood memories , my now .. all taken away so fast . Not fair chintu uncle. Not fair on all of us . We will miss you terribly. 🙏🏻🕉🙏🏻
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) April 30, 2020
Farhan Akhtar
Farhan Akhtar writes that Rishi Kapoor’s separation is a loss for the film industry and fans that cannot be met.
Absolutely heartbroken. This is an irreparable loss. To the film industry. To the audiences. And to all who were blessed enough to know him personally. Love you Rishi uncle. #RIP
— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) April 30, 2020
Ajay Devgn
Ajay Devgn also expressed regret and condoled with Rishi Kapoor’s family.
One blow after another. Rishi ji’s passing away is nothing short of a stab to my heart. We associated in Raju Chacha (2000) and stayed in touch through…until now. Condolences to Neetuji, Ranbir, Riddhima & Dabbooji 🙏
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) April 30, 2020
Nawazuddin Siddiqui
This is the worst phase for the Indian Cinema, it’s an end to an era.
Was fortunate to have worked with him in #Manto and shall cherish those beautiful moments throughout my life
A true entertainer #RishiKapoor Sir #RiP 🙏🏽— Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@Nawazuddin_S) April 30, 2020
Salman Khan
The eternal romantic hero of Bollywood, gone too soon. RIP Rishi Kapoor!🙏🏻#RishiKapoor #RIPRishiKapoor #RIPLegend pic.twitter.com/iNY0XZiub2
— Salman Khan Films (@SKFilmsOfficial) April 30, 2020
Shatrugan Sinha
Shocking! Unbelievable! News we all woke up to, the untimely passing away of our own “Khullam Khulla” #RishiKapoor @chintskap.He was the most desirable, star / actor, with great qualities, jovial,charming, adorable, most loved,producer, director & what not. He certainly carried
— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) April 30, 2020