Celebrities Mourn Shashi Kapoor’s Death on Twitter

Mumbai: Condolences and tributes poured in for veteran actor-filmmaker Shashi Kapoor who died at a hospital here on Monday, with celebrities like his "Siddhartha" co-star Simi Garewal terming it the end of an era, while his "Kalyug" co-star Raj Babbar, melody queen Lata Mangeshkar, filmmakers Karan Johar and Hansal Mehta paid tribute to the "most charming actor ever" who would forever remain in their memories.
Shashi Kapoor died at Kokilaben Hospital here at age 79 after a period of hospitalisation.
Here's what some of the Bollywood celebrities tweeted:
Am deeply saddened by the passing away of my co-star #ShashiKapoor. The last of that generation of Kapoors gone. A gentleman and friend gone. An era gone.. All that remains are his films...and precious memories.. ? RIP Shashi-ji. — Simi Garewal (@Simi_Garewal) December 4, 2017 Deeply saddened by the demise of the legend #ShashiKapoor ji. — Raj Babbar (@RajBabbarMP) December 4, 2017 RIP Shashi Kapoor. The charming man, the brave producer, the lovely actor, my neighbour is no more. — Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) December 4, 2017 — Aamir Khan (@aamir_khan) December 4, 2017 His contribution to this industry will be remembered. May his soul rest in peace. Shashi Kapoor ji you will be missed always. ?? — Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) December 4, 2017 #RIPShashiKapoor ...the most charming and enigmatic actor ever...a gentleman movie star! His legacy in film and theatre is exceptional...thoughts and prayers with the family....his work will always live on... pic.twitter.com/U9jsAGxGET — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) December 4, 2017 You won't be forgotten. Rest in peace #ShashiKapoor ji. — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) December 4, 2017 RIP #ShashiKapoor a gentleman and a visionary .... was lucky to have interacted with you during the shoot for Vijeyta ..... in our memories for ever !!! — Ehsaan Noorani (@EhsaanNoorani) December 4, 2017 Sad to hear about the passing away of our most charismatic handsome & finest actor #ShashiKapoor. Sir you will always remain in our hearts. RIP — Ritesh Sidhwani (@ritesh_sid) December 4, 2017 One of my favourites passed away today. A handsome charming gentleman who entertained us for 40+ years. His endearing smile will be embedded in my memories. — Jaaved Jaaferi (@jaavedjaaferi) December 4, 2017 So sad to hear the passing of the most charming #ShashiKapoor ji, really saddened by this news. Pray for his soul to find peace. Thank him for the amazing memories he gave us all. Condolences to the Kapoor family. #RIP SIR. — arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) December 4, 2017 My favourite shashi kapoor rests in peace today ?? will be remembered always pic.twitter.com/hv2KQOgOyf — Mohit Marwah (@mohitsmarwah) December 4, 2017 Artists like Shashi Kapoor never die. As an actor you brought charm, as a producer you brought renaissance and as a visionary you founded Prithvi, an institution that will keep nurturing artistic talent. Your body of work will keep shining. https://t.co/ix1mz8Uo8O — Vivek Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) December 4, 2017 "Khilte hain gul yahan khilke bikharne ko...." Sad at the passing of the most charming, understated legend Shashi Kapoor sahab. Huge loss for our theatre & film industry. ??? RIP Shashi sahab. They don't make them like you anymore ??? — Renuka Shahane (@renukash) December 4, 2017 RIP Sir. You will be deeply missed by all? #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/Bkr48vvtKp — Bipasha Basu (@bipsluvurself) December 4, 2017 Thank you for your body of work both as an actor and as a producer. Rest in peace, Sir. #ShashiKapoor — Rahul Bose (@RahulBose1) December 4, 2017 An end of an era. RIP #ShashiKapoor ji.. A talent, the world had the pleasure of witnessing,..a humanitarian I had the pleasure of meeting.. a charmer the world will always remember. Condolences to the family and fans. — PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) December 4, 2017 Heartbroken by unfortunate demise of our senior friend,the veteran actor, filmmaker, theater personality & star par excellence #ShashiKapoor. The void can never be filled by anyone,shall miss his personality,smile & greatness. Heartfelt condolences. May the departed soul RIP. — Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) December 4, 2017 Evergreen Actor ShashiKapoor Passes Away At The Age Of 79. We'll Miss You. ?#RIPShashiKapoor #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/IDHiw0W1Wv — Sir Ravindra Jadeja (@SirJadeja) December 4, 2017 Rest in peace, #ShashiKapoor. Thoughts and prayers with the family. pic.twitter.com/MRwSbaFJbl — Kareena Kapoor Khan (@KareenaOnline) December 4, 2017 Innumerable Bollywood dreams came to life watching your iconic dialogue, "Mere paas maa hai." Your tremendous contribution to cinema will always be remembered. RIP #ShashiKapoor ji — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 4, 2017 One of the greatest actors to have ever graced Indian celluloid. May his soul rest in peace. #Shashikapoor ji ??? — Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) December 4, 2017 So many generations have watched him as an icon of great style and charisma. #ShashiKapoor, you'll always be remembered with a smile. RIP legend. pic.twitter.com/gai1JaO8LY — Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) December 4, 2017
Shall always miss your charm and your greatness. You will live in our hearts for all times to come. pic.twitter.com/mjsoXCBEtN
RIP #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/wXM0YSoQ45