‘She never seemed to age, now she’s gone’: Shocked India grieves Sridevi’s demise
It has been a few hours since the news of veteran actor Sridevi’s death came, in the wee hours of Sunday. And fans of the actor and her friends and colleagues in the various film industries across the country are grieving the untimely death of the 54-year-old.
Actors Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth expressed their condolences on the passing away of Sridevi, so did several others from the south Indian film industries, including Mohanlal, Mammootty, Mahesh Babu, Junior NTR, Trisha, Nivin Pauly, Dulquer Salmaan, Andrea Jeremiah, SS Rajamouli – who remembered Sridevi for her contribution to the film industries.
Shocked to hear the sad news. The first Lady Superstar of the Country. 50 of those 54 years as an actress par excellence. What a journey..and such an unexpected end. May your soul rest in peace.
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) February 25, 2018
Sridevi garu
She came. She saw. She conquered.
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) February 25, 2018
And went back to the heavens from where she came. RIP Sridevi garu.IRREPLACEABLE pic.twitter.com/NB4GozzWYi
Shocked & disturbed with the news of #Sridevi garu's demise. She truly was the epitome of everything amazing as an actor & a woman. My all time favourite actress.. Gone too soon. Strength to her family & loved ones. May her soul Rest in Peace.
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) February 25, 2018
While Bollywood mourns the loss of its female superstar, the Tamil film industry mourns the loss of one of its finest actors... RIP #sridevi ... you will live forever through the wonderful body of work you left behind.. #timeless #ICON pic.twitter.com/8Yb4WqlQcr
— Andrea Jeremiah (@andrea_jeremiah) February 25, 2018
Shocked to Hear the Demise of Iconic actress Sridevi Garu ! Really Sad News . Condolences to Her Family , Near & dear ones . #Sridevi
— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) February 25, 2018
May her soul rest in peace Condolences to her family. pic.twitter.com/R8RUwdG5B2
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) February 25, 2018
Shocking and heartbreaking !!!
— Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) February 25, 2018
Her elegance, her comic timing and her natural flair for dancing was just absolutely unmatchable. Thank you for all the amazing memories. May her soul rest in peace. #RIPSridevi pic.twitter.com/OPwgAlLTk2
Heartbroken ! Last met her at MAMI and the Antilla party that followed. Stunning as ever, this is how I first met #Sridevi Ma'am #RIP pic.twitter.com/5Wg122S1Dt
— dulquer salmaan (@dulQuer) February 25, 2018
A beautiful story has ended.#SriDevi .
— pcsreeram (@pcsreeram) February 25, 2018
May her soul rest in peace.
While many such as Bollywood actors Alia Bhat and Akshay Kumar expressed their shock at the 54-year-old’s untimely demise, many others like Anupam Kher, director-producer Mahesh Bhatt and author Chetan Bhagat remembered her in their own way.
The memory of her smile lives !!! Thank you Sridevi pic.twitter.com/C9ynQLitYc
— Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) February 25, 2018
Nothing makes sense. I have no words.. just completely shocked. RIP Sri Devi. My icon forever. Love you.
— Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) February 25, 2018
Shocked beyond words to hear about the sad and untimely demise of #Sridevi. A dream for many, had the good fortune of sharing screen space with her long ago and witnessed her continued grace over the years. Thoughts and prayers with the family. RIP
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) February 25, 2018
This is how I will always want to remember #Sridevi - Happening, Vibrant, Brilliant, Beautiful, Bestest and Unique. #QueenOfIndianCinemaSridevi pic.twitter.com/Om4Yi0IbxR
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) February 25, 2018
She never seemed to age, and now she is suddenly gone. We grew up watching her, and she was still going strong. Can’t believe she’s not there anymore. God bless her soul. #sridevi
— Chetan Bhagat (@chetan_bhagat) February 25, 2018
Cricketers Sourav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, BJP MP Kirron Kher and Miss World 2017 pageant winner Manushi Chhillar also took to social media to send out condolences.
So shocked to hear the news of Sridevi ji... met her few months ago at my show ... just can’t believe it ..
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) February 25, 2018
Shocked to hear about the demise of #Sridevi ji .Heartfelt condolences to the family. R.I.P!!
— Rahul Dravid (@Im_Dravid) February 25, 2018
My deepest condolences with all the loved ones of #sridevi
— Manushi Chhillar (@ManushiChhillar) February 25, 2018
Life is indeed uncertain #RIP
Saddened at the untimely passing away of Sridevi, one of the most popular actors of a generation. Condolences to her family, her colleagues in the industry and fans
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) February 25, 2018
Shocked and saddened by the sudden and untimely demise of Sridevi. Deepest condolences to her family. RIP
— Kirron Kher (@KirronKherBJP) February 25, 2018
The most overwhelming sentiment seemed to be that of shock.
At this grief stricken moment of the demise of Sridevi ,neither me nor @iamnagarjuna are in a state of mind to release the title and release date poster of #NagRGV4 ..it will be announced later pic.twitter.com/jpevQwC0tp
— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) February 25, 2018
Still can’t believe it. She was truly iconic. Shocked. #Sridevi
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) February 25, 2018
An absolute icon. Gone too soon, #Sridevi. Too soon...
— Jacqueline Fernandez (@Asli_Jacqueline) February 24, 2018
Extremely sad and shocked to hear about the sudden demise of my most favourite actor and role model, #Sridevi Ma'am.. this must be so difficult, my heartfelt condolences to the family #RIPSridevi #gonetoosoon #heartbreaking pic.twitter.com/UOjhoMVKcq
— Kajal Aggarwal (@MsKajalAggarwal) February 25, 2018
Shocked to hear about the demise of #Sridevi ji .Heartfelt Condolences to the family. Om Shanti !
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) February 25, 2018
Shocked stunned. Still see her laughing talking. Unbelievable. Actor par excellence. A school in herself.. learnt so much from her. Still can’t believe it . A huge loss. #Sridevi
— Kajol (@KajolAtUN) February 25, 2018
One of the most vibrant actress has gone leaving behind a legacy that will continue forever. Condolences to the family. RIP #Sridevi
— Harshita Gaur (@HarshitaGaur12) February 25, 2018
This is so heartbreaking! I’m shocked to hear about #Sridevi Mam. I have no words.
— Ritika Singh (@ritika_offl) February 25, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family!
Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of versatile actor #Sridevi Ma’am.. Her contribution to Hindi cinema is unparallel and will be remembered for generations to come. My condolences to her family and countless admirers.
— Rohan Mehra (@rohan4747) February 25, 2018
Can't believe this tragic news. I will always remember those beautiful eyes, that kind smile and gentle heart. We will miss you #Sridevi ji. Strength and peace to the family.
— Diana Penty (@DianaPenty) February 25, 2018