RIP Sushant Singh Rajput: India mourns the tragic loss
The country suffered an irreparable loss as film and television star Sushant Singh Rajput bid us adieu a little too early. The actor committed suicide at his Mumbai residence. He was 34. Soon after the shocking piece of news surfaced, Rajput's friends and colleagues from the industry, as well as stalwarts from the political and sports fraternity expressed grief and conveyed condolences.
PM Modi called Rajput 'a bright actor gone too soon'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Rajput "a bright young actor gone too soon." "He excelled on TV and in films. His rise in the world of entertainment inspired many and he leaves behind several memorable performances. Shocked by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and fans. Om Shanti," PM Modi tweeted.
Anguished to learn about Rajput's demise: Home Minister Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, "Anguished to learn about the sad and untimely demise of the young and very talented actor Sushant Singh Rajput. He will always be remembered for his contribution to Indian cinema. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and followers."
Shocked and saddened, said Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray
I will miss him so much: SRK
From the film industry, stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Ajay Devgn paid tribute to the late actor. SRK tweeted, "He loved me so much...I will miss him so much. His energy, enthusiasm and his full happy smile. May Allah bless his soul and my condolences to his near and dear ones. This is extremely sad....and so shocking!!"
The news left me shocked and speechless: Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar tweeted, "Honestly this news has left me shocked and speechless... I remember watching Sushant Singh Rajput in Chhichhore and telling my friend Sajid, its producer how much I'd enjoyed the film... Such a talented actor... may God give strength to his family (sic)."
Ajay Devgn termed it a 'tragic loss'
At a loss of words, said Sanjay Dutt
Wish this was not true: Sonu Sood
Raveena Tandon also mourned the loss
Stars from the sports world also paid tribute
Rajput, who portrayed former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni in his biopic, was also renowned in the sports fraternity. Sports stars like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Saina Nehwal paid tribute on social media. Sachin tweeted, "Shocked and sad to hear about the loss of Sushant Singh Rajput. Such a young and talented actor. My condolences to his family and friends."
