Irrfan Khan is remembered and payed homage to, by the whole film fraternity as they gather to mourn the loss of one of the most talented actors Hindi cinema has ever produced.
The 53 year old died earlier today, after suffering from a sudden bout of colon infection.
Irrfan had already been facing several health issues following his diagnosis with Cancer in 2018, for which he had also ventured out of India to seek further treatment. He was also unable to participate in the promotions for his last release Hindi film – Angrezi Medium, and left a heartfelt audio message to his fans in that regard.
Now as the world of cinema, mourns the loss of such a prolific star – who really did manage to break several stereotypes in mainstream Bollywood, they remember them with words of love and kindness and pray for his soul.
The likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Kapoor, Priyanka Chopta and several others took to social media to pass their condolences to his family and to remember him for the powerhouse of a talent and a beautiful soul that he was.
Here are some of the celebrity reactions that have poured-in thus far:
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T 3516 – .. just getting news of the passing of Irfaan Khan .. this is a most disturbing and sad news .. 🙏
An incredible talent .. a gracious colleague .. a prolific contributor to the World of Cinema .. left us too soon .. creating a huge vacuum ..
Prayers and duas 🙏— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) April 29, 2020
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My dear friend Irfaan. You fought and fought and fought. I will always be proud of you.. we shall meet again.. condolences to Sutapa and Babil.. you too fought, Sutapa you gave everything possible in this fight. Peace and Om shanti. Irfaan Khan salute.
— Shoojit Sircar (@ShoojitSircar) April 29, 2020
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Sad to learn that Irfan Khan has passed away His death is untimely in the real sense of the word He had achieved a unique status after a long struggle n great perseverance . As an actor he was a voice not some one’s echo. He still had so much with in him We all will miss him .
— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) April 29, 2020
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Thank you for those indelible movie memories….thank you for raising the bar as an artist …thank you for enriching our Cinema….we will miss you terribly Irrfan but will always always be immensely grateful for your presence in our lives…..our cinema….we salute you🙏❤️😪
— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) April 29, 2020
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Gone too soon is the inspiration and the entertainment #IrrfanKhan a great loss to cinema and the craft .. may you rest in peace brother 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/ggyC2mBAyr
— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) April 29, 2020
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Deeply saddened to learn that #Irffan Khan passed away this morning. Gone too soon .. such a powerful actor and how valiantly he fought back the cancer. Its a big loss not only to his family but to the entire film industry. RIP
— Azmi Shabana (@AzmiShabana) April 29, 2020
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Such terrible news…saddened to hear about the demise of #IrrfanKhan, one of the finest actors of our time. May God give strength to his family in this difficult time 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 29, 2020
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Heartbroken to hear about Irrfan’s untimely demise. It’s an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. Deepest condolences to his wife & sons. RIP Irrfan.
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) April 29, 2020
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With a heavy heart I post this tweet . A phenomenal actor , such an inspiration his performances have been for me . He battled for his life but sadly leaves us today . RIP Irrfan Khan . OM Shanti 🙏
— Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) April 29, 2020
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The charisma you brought to everything you did was pure magic. Your talent forged the way for so many in so many avenues.. You inspired so many of us. #IrrfanKhan you will truly be missed. Condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/vjhd5aoFhc
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) April 29, 2020
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Our loss, heaven’s gain. #IrrfanKhan #RIP Thank you for all the magic you weaved on celluloid. Condolences to the family and loved ones.
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) April 29, 2020
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Rest in peace @irrfank you have no idea what your kindness meant to me at a time I was at my least confident . My condolences to your family and loved ones.
— Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamakapoor) April 29, 2020
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It’s so sad to hear about #IrfanKhan passing away. I have learned so much from him as an actor just by sharing screen space with him. A truly gifted actor. And a wonderful man. He really has #GoneTooSoon I’m sure the heavens have saved a special place for him.
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) April 29, 2020
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Occasional meetings with Irrfan were always affectionate.I use to pray for his health since I heard about his illness.Saddened to hear of his untimely death. My heartfelt condolences to the family. May god give them strength during this painful time.
इरफान ,तुझे जन्नत नसिब हो 🙏🏻— Dharmendra Deol (@aapkadharam) April 29, 2020
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When we thought nothing could make us feel worse,this happened. I think I will refuse to believe you are no more by watching all your work time n again n again n again. I have known you that way n shall continue to know you that way for ever. You ARE the best we have #IrrfanKhan
— taapsee pannu (@taapsee) April 29, 2020
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Maine dil se kaha, dhoond laana khushi Nasamajh laya gum, to yeh gum hi sahi…Remember singing this song holding his hand when I met him after he was diagnosed. He smiled .The warmth of your smile will forever linger my friend. Alvida dost 🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/camRkKqimC
— Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) April 29, 2020
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Too soon to leave @irrfank Ji. Your work always left me in awe. You’re one of the finest actors I know, I wish you stayed longer. You deserved more time. Strength to the family at this time.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) April 29, 2020
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A fantastic costar, an actor par excellence ,and a beautiful human being , you are irreplaceable #irrfankhan. @irrfank We lost you too soon! Unbelievable. Om Shanti 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/QdEBiSUegw
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) April 29, 2020
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Cinema will always miss you . RIP Irfaan bhai💔. pic.twitter.com/tmjq8aX7Sb
— sonu sood (@SonuSood) April 29, 2020
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#ripirfankhan ….an actor… an amazing human being and a super family man ! My prayers and thoughts with the family ! God bless u sir .. you will be missed and your legacy will carry on 🙏
— siddharth malhotra (@sidpmalhotra) April 29, 2020
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So heartbroken on the demise of #IrrfanKhan sir. We are shocked & just sad. My condolences to the family .You will live on forever in our hearts sir. Thank you for entertaining us and giving us such powerful performances .You were an institution & an inspirational force . RIP 🙏🏻
— bhumi pednekar (@bhumipednekar) April 29, 2020
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Indescribably saddened to hear that we've lost Irrfan Khan. I'll always be thankful to him for taking care of Sonam when they worked together & for being her guiding light at the time. He was an inspiration for everyone, a remarkable actor, unmatched talent & a great human being.
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) April 29, 2020
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Goodbye sir …Thankyou for your beautiful art and magic 🖤 Thankyou for being you – will miss you always. May your soul rest in peace and may you find peace and light https://t.co/Gb22Cz2T60
— shruti haasan (@shrutihaasan) April 29, 2020
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You will be missed … RIP #IrrfanKhan pic.twitter.com/2l2BLq1lwv
— John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) April 29, 2020
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Gone too soon. #RIP pic.twitter.com/Nw4rEC68U8
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) April 29, 2020
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"This day has come as a dark unsettling grim emotion. Irrfan Khan is a great self made artist, he rose from doing small character roles in TV soaps to working in academy award winning films as a lead artist, My heart is deeply disturbed at this loss "- #KanganaRanaut#IrrfanKhan pic.twitter.com/UlIO2ca2WC
— Team Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) April 29, 2020
RIP Irrfan