Irrfan Khan, one of the finest actors of Hindi film industry, left for heavenly abode today. He was 53.
The ‘Hindi Medium’ actor was battling neuroendocrine tumor for two years. The news of his death came as a shock for the entire world.
Many celebrities like Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Radhika Madan among others took to Twitter to express their shock and condolences.
Here’s how celebs reacted:
Big loss to the film industry, his fans, all of us n specially his family. My heart goes out to his family. May God give them strength.
Rest in peace brother u shall always be missed n be in all our hearts.. pic.twitter.com/KFQ1RoC1H8— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) April 29, 2020
My friend…inspiration & the greatest actor of our times. Allah bless your soul Irrfan bhai…will miss you as much as cherish the fact that you were part of our lives.
“पैमाना कहे है कोई, मैखाना कहे है दुनिया तेरी आँखों को भी, क्या क्या ना कहे है” Love u pic.twitter.com/yOVoCete4A— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) April 29, 2020
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It was an honour meeting him,knowing him, working with him, being around him and seeing how he does what he does so effortlessly. I wish I could have more of him, we could have more of him. Will miss #IrrfanKhan sir , the man, the talent, the LEGEND. RIP🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/WulBXon43d
— kiku sharda (@kikusharda) April 29, 2020
Aishwarya Rai, too, was heartbroken to come across this news. She called him ‘the brightest, most genuine, humble, kind and eventually bravest soul’ and also offered warm condolences to his wife and kids. Aishwarya wrote, “Heartbreaking news… so saddened to hear about the demise of my dear friend Irrfan… the brightest, most genuine, humble, kind and eventually bravest soul… May he Rest in Peace. God Bless Much love and strength to Sutapa, Babil, Ayan and his loved ones at this very difficult time.”
Aamir Khan also posted a heartfelt message for Irrfan and his family. Have a look:
The charisma you brought to everything you did was pure magic. Your talent forged the way for so many in so many avenues.. You inspired so many of us. #IrrfanKhan you will truly be missed. Condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/vjhd5aoFhc
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) April 29, 2020
Heartbroken to hear about Irrfan’s untimely demise. It’s an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. Deepest condolences to his wife & sons. RIP Irrfan.
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) April 29, 2020
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Meanwhile, the actor’s last rites were performed in Versova at 3 PM. He has been buried in the presence of his family and really close friends. It was a quiet ceremony as people couldn’t attend it due to the lockdown.
May his soul rest in peace!