Mumbai: Veteran Bollywood actor Shashi Kapoor passed away on Monday evening at the age of 79 following prolonged illness in Mumbai.
The veteran actor, who had featured in more than 160 films, was a three-time national award winner. He was also awarded the Padma Bhushan award in 2011 and the Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2015.
Shashi Kapoor’s nephew Mohit Marwah confirmed the news on Twitter. “My favourite Shashi Kapoor rests in peace today. Will be remembered always,” he tweeted.
My favourite shashi kapoor rests in peace today 🙏🏽 will be remembered always pic.twitter.com/hv2KQOgOyf
— Mohit Marwah (@mohitsmarwah) December 4, 2017
Meanwhile, the funeral will take place on Tuesday.
President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Filmmaker Karan Johar and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee mourned the death of the legendary actor.
Shashi Kapoor's versatility could be seen in his movies as well as in theatre, which he promoted with great passion. His brilliant acting will be remembered for generations to come. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2017
Sorry to hear of the demise of Shashi Kapoor, well-known actor, with a repertoire of Indian and international films. His support for meaningful cinema as a producer and pivotal role in the theatre movement in India too are cherished. Condolences to his family #PresidentKovind
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 4, 2017
भारतीय और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय फिल्मों के लिए सुप्रसिद्ध, अभिनेता शशि कपूर के निधन के बारे में जान कर बहुत दुख हुआ। सार्थक सिनेमा को उनका योगदान और भारतीय रंगमंच को शक्ति देने में उनकी महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका हमेशा याद की जाएगी। उनके परिवार के प्रति मेरी शोक संवेदनाएं —राष्ट्रपति कोविन्द
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) 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
Saddened at his passing away. Shashi Kapoor a legend and actor will be remembered for generations for his great work in cinema
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 4, 2017
Tributes from people of all feternity poured in on twitter for Shashi Kapoor:
As the skies burst and it begins to rain in this part of Mumbai. My heart is filled with deep gratitude. Thank you Sir ! You touched our lives only the way you could have . 🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/IzRvKDOXM9
— Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) December 4, 2017
With his impressive talent and inimitable mannerism actor Shashi Kapoor charmed a generation of Indians. He was a fine actor and a wonderful human being. Saddened to learn of his demise. May his soul rest in peace.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 4, 2017
