NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, APRIL 30
President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the demise of veteran Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor, saying it as a huge loss for the entertainment industry and that the nation lost a beloved son and film industry a gem.
Kapoor, who was diagnosed with leukemia in 2018, passed away at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai at around 8.45 a.m. on Thursday, his brother Randhir Kapoor said. He was 67.
Rishi Kapoor’s untimely demise is shocking. An evergreen personality with an always smiling face, he was so full of life that it's difficult to believe that he is no more. A huge loss for the entertainment industry. Let us pray for his soul. Condolences to his family and friends.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) April 30, 2020
Taking to twitter, the President said, “An evergreen personality with an always smiling face, he was so full of life that it’s difficult to believe that he is no more. A huge loss for the entertainment industry. Let us pray for his soul. Condolences to his family and friends.”
Vice President Naidu said that the nation lost a beloved son and the film industry lost a gem.
Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of veteran Hindi film actor, Shri Rishi Kapoor. The talented actor essayed many roles with aplomb & was popular for his romantic films. In his passing away, the nation lost a beloved son and film industry lost a gem. pic.twitter.com/vpXvfLO29Q
— Vice President of India (@VPIndia) April 30, 2020
“Saddened to learn about the demise of veteran Hindi film actor, Rishi Kapoor. The talented actor essayed many roles with aplomb and was popular for his romantic films. In his passing away, the nation lost a beloved son and film industry lost a gem,” Naidu tweeted.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi explained Kapoor as multifaceted, endearing and lively.
Multifaceted, endearing and lively…this was Rishi Kapoor Ji. He was a powerhouse of talent. I will always recall our interactions, even on social media. He was passionate about films and India’s progress. Anguished by his demise. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 30, 2020
“…He was a powerhouse of talent. I will always recall our interactions, even on social media. He was passionate about films and India’s progress. Anguished by his demise. Condolences to his family and fans,” Modi tweeted.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also condoled the demise of Kapoor.
In his message, Birla said: “My heartfelt homage to the untimely demise of legendary actor, director and producer Rishi Kapoor ji. His demise is a deep loss for Indian cinema. I pray for strength for his bereaved family. Om Shanti.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah dubbed Kapoor was an institution in him.
Pained to know about the passing away of legendary actor Rishi Kapoor ji. He was an institution in himself. Rishi ji’s demise is an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. He will always be remembered for his exceptional acting skills. Condolences to his family & followers. Om Shanti
— Amit Shah (Modi Ka Parivar) (@AmitShah) April 30, 2020
“Pained to know about the passing away of legendary actor Rishi Kapoor ji. He was an institution in himself. Rishi ji”s demise is an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. He will always be remembered for his exceptional acting skills. Condolences to his family and followers. Om Shanti,” Shah tweeted.
Heartbroken … Rest In Peace … my dearest friend #RishiKapoor
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 30, 2020
Besides politicians, film stars from Amitab Bachhan, Superstar Rajinikanth, Kamal Hassan and female artists expressed their condolences to the departing soul through social media since morning.
Cant believe it. Chintu ji @chintskap. (Mr.Rishi Kapoor) was always ready with a smile. We had mutual love and respect. Will miss my friend. My heartfelt condolence to the family.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) April 30, 2020
