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Rishi Kapoor Death: PM Modi to Kejriwal, politicians pay their tributes

Last Updated : 30 Apr 2020 02:26:07 PM IST

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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.

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."

ऋषि कपूर के असामयिक निधन से गहरा दुःख हुआ है। उनके सदाबहार और प्रसन्नचित्त व्यक्तित्व तथा ऊर्जा के कारण यह विश्वास करना मुश्किल है कि वे नहीं रहे। उनका निधन सिने जगत के लिए अपूरणीय क्षति है। उनके परिवार, शुभचिंतकों और प्रशंसकों के प्रति मेरी शोक संवेदनाएं।
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) April 30, 2020

Vice President Naidu said that the nation lost a beloved son and the film industry lost a gem.

"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.

"...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.

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

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted:

Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of actor Rishi Kapoor. He entertained several generations of Indians throughout his career. What a terrible loss.. My condolences to the grieving family. May God bless his soul.
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) April 30, 2020

Congress leader Rahul gandhi tweeted:

This is a terrible week for Indian cinema, with the passing of another legend, actor Rishi Kapoor. A wonderful actor, with a huge fan following across generations, he will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family, friends & fans all over the world, at this time of grief.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) April 30, 2020

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also condoled the sad 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 an an institution in himself.

"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.