Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor has passed away after a two-year-long battle with cancer. The 67-year-old actor was taken to Sir H N Reliance hospital, Mumbai on Wednesday, where he died this morning.
The hospitalization was confirmed last night by his older brother, actor Randhir Kapoor, reported India Today.
The news of his demise was confirmed by Bollywood’s Big B, Amitabh Bachchan.
“T 3517 – He’s GONE .. ! Rishi Kapoor .. gone .. just passed away .. I am destroyed !” he wrote on Twitter.
Rishi Kapoor was diagnosed with cancer in 2018 and was undergoing treatment for it in the US for almost a year. In September 2019, he returned from New York and started filming for his new projects.
This morning, Filmfare shared an official statement by his family on Twitter.
“Our dear Rishi Kapoor passed away peacefully at 8:45am IST in hospital today after a two-year battle with leukemia…He was grateful for the love of his fans that poured in from the world over. In his passing, they would all understand that he would like to be remembered with a smile and not in tears.”
Here’s the official statement shared by the Kapoor family on #RishiKapoor’s demise. #RIPRishiKapoor pic.twitter.com/nnzwp3QGuY
— Filmfare (@filmfare) April 30, 2020
Rishi, who has been quite active on social media, hasn’t posted anything on his Twitter handle since April 2. In fact, his last Tweets were also regarding coronavirus and he asked the public to take the matter reasonably.
An appeal 🙏 to all brothers and sisters from all social status and faiths. Please don’t resort to violence,stone throwing or lynching. Doctors,Nurses,Medics, Policemen etc..are endangering their lives to save you. We have to win this Coronavirus war together. Please. Jai Hind!🇮🇳
— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) April 2, 2020
The actor was no stranger to controversy, especially on his Twitter handle.,But in March, he showed his concerns for Pakistanis amidst the global pandemic.
“People of Pakistan are also dear to us. Once we were one. We are concerned too. This is a global crisis. No ego matter this. We love you guys. Humanity zindabad !” he wrote.
With all due respect, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan should also advice his country to take adequate precautions. People of Pakistan are also dear to us. Once we were one. We are concerned too. This is a global crisis. No ego matter this. We love you guys. Humanity zindabad !
— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) March 19, 2020
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As the news of Rishi Kapoor’s demise hit the internet, celebrities and media personalities poured in their condolences for the family and honored his achievements.
Anguished by the passing away of noted film actor Rishi Kapoor. He carved a special place in the hearts of his fans with his inimitable style and performances. My thoughts are with his family and fans in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) April 30, 2020
Demise of a another legend this morning.still can’t believe.whats with this year man.2020 sucks big time.may his soul rest in peace..condolences..#RishiKapoor
— Amit Trivedi (@ItsAmitTrivedi) April 30, 2020
This is a terrible week for Indian cinema, with the passing of another legend, actor Rishi Kapoor. A wonderful actor, with a huge fan following across generations, he will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family, friends & fans all over the world, at this time of grief.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) April 30, 2020
Unbelivable..shocked!! It's really difficult to accept..another dark day for all of us.
It was such a blessing to have worked with you and known you sir.
My heartfelt condolence to the family, may all mighty give stregthn through this difficult time..#RishiKapoor sir #RIP 🙏🙏🙏— Manisha Koirala (@mkoirala) April 30, 2020
Woke up to this sad news….May his soul rest in peace .. 🙏 we will miss u sir . #RishiKapoor pic.twitter.com/oHK6eiISuv
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) April 30, 2020
Heartbreaking to hear about #RishiKapoor sir. Yet another irreplaceable loss in our world of cinema… A complete entertainer and an incredibly talented actor… A true legend. My deepest condolences and strength to Ranbir and his family. May his soul rest in peace. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) April 30, 2020
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