Sridevi no more: PM Modi condoles shocking death of legendary actor, says ‘saddened by the untimely demise’

Sridevi no more: PM Modi condoles shocking death of legendary actor, says ‘saddened by the untimely demise’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed his grief over the untimely demise of veteran actor Sridevi.

"Saddened by the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi. She was a veteran of the film industry, whose long career included diverse roles and memorable performances. My thoughts are with her family and admirers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace," the Prime Minister tweeted.

A Padma Shri recipient, Sridevi died on Saturday night due to a cardiac arrest in Dubai, where she was attending a family wedding with her husband Boney Kapoor and her younger daughter Khushi.

Not just the Prime Minister, several other politicians also expressed their shock over the actor’s sudden demise.

Union Minister Smriti Irani called her ‘a powerhouse of acting’ in her Twitter tribute. ‘Sridevi - a powerhouse of acting , a long journey embellished with success comes to a sudden end. My condolences to her loved ones and fans,’ Irani wrote on Twitter.  

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor wrote a moving tribute and said Sridevi was ‘far too young to be snatched away from her family. It will take a long time to digest such unbelievable news.’

Congress spokesperson Randeep Surjewala also expressed his shock and said, ‘A tragic loss as Indian cinema loses its ‘Chandani’. Sridevi was easily the most versatile actress with a rare quality to traverse across cine boundaries and a range of roles. Condolences to family & loved ones. RIP!’

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