Cricketing Fraternity Reacts To Shashi Kapoor's Death

Indian cricketing fraternity is mourning the loss of Bollywood stalwart Shashi Kapoor, who died Monday (December 4) at the age of 79, following some health issues.

Kapoor, who carved his own place in the fans’ heart with his romantic roles, had been ill for some time and was undergoing treatment at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Hospital, where he was admitted on Sunday night for treatment of a chest infection.

The last and youngest of the famous Kapoor brothers, Shashi won several national film awards and was conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan in 2011. In 2015, he was given the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Award which is the highest honour in Indian cinema. He began his acting career as a child actor, appearing in films such as Aag and Awaara. He acted in more than 150 films, including several in English.

Shashi Kapoor’s demise is a huge loss for the country and the cricketing fraternity also paid its tribute to the great actor. Here are some of the messages in respect of the Bollywood stalwart.

Deepest condolences to the Kapoor family on the passing of the legendary actor #ShashiKapoor #RIP ?

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 4, 2017

Only last week I was asking @chintskap about #ShashiKapoor's health. Never knew him or his family but felt I did.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 4, 2017

Extremely saddened by the demise of the iconic actor #ShashiKapoor. He will always stay in our hearts for his immense contribution to the Indian cinema. His dialogue 'mere paas maa hai' will remain as one of the most popular lines in Bollywood history. pic.twitter.com/2eFDpSYu8T

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) December 4, 2017

One of the most iconic dialogues ever, #ShashiKapoor . You will continue to inspire future generation of actors. Condolences to family and friends. pic.twitter.com/QBoLf7IlPb

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 4, 2017

Saddened at the passing away of legendary actor #ShashiKapoor . Heartfelt condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/nK0tYrZJYk

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) December 4, 2017

A legendary actor leaves us. May #ShashiKapoor's soul rest in peace.

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) December 4, 2017

Really sad to hear the passing away of the most charming ShashiKapoor ji. You will be truly missed. RIP sir!

— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) December 4, 2017

My sincere condolences on the passing away of iconic actor #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/2vVc9K6f1k

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 4, 2017

Grew up watching this actor who inspired so many emotions. May he rest in peace. ??? #ShashiKapoorji you will be missed. pic.twitter.com/iSyTqU4QjD

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 4, 2017

Indian cinema has lost a charismatic and one of the most versatile actors #ShashiKapoor. My most heartfelt condolences to the family. This dialogue always remains close to my heart – 'Yeh mat socho ke desh tumhe kya deta hai … socho yeh ke tum desh ko kya de sakte ho'

— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) December 4, 2017

Rest in Peace #ShashiKapoor ji #evergreenactor pic.twitter.com/Dbb57U9Nqa

— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) December 4, 2017

Saddening news. RIP sir. The legendary #ShashiKapoor ?? pic.twitter.com/Sz6MEkoe1o

— Anjum Chopra (@chopraanjum) December 4, 2017