Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor passed away this morning. He breathed his last at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai. This is a dar morning for all of us as we have once again lost a legend. Irrfan Khan left us yesterday and today it is the superstar Rishi Kapoor. The whole of the nation is unable to believe this. PM Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Smriti Irani and many other political leaders have offered condolences and are sad to hear the loss of a huge star.

PM Narendra Modi took to Twitter and wrote, "Multifaceted, endearing and lively...this was Rishi Kapoor Ji. He was a powerhouse of talent. I will always recall our interactions, even on social media. He was passionate about films and India's progress. Anguished by his demise. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti."

Multifaceted, endearing and lively...this was Rishi Kapoor Ji. He was a powerhouse of talent. I will always recall our interactions, even on social media. He was passionate about films and India's progress. Anguished by his demise. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti.

Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 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

Smriti Irani posted a throwback picture with Rishi Kapoor and wrote,"In 2014 he told me 'bhag jaldi Dilli pagal ' for he knew I've been summoned to take oath. The last I saw him was on a set and that's how il remember him. Prodding you to do your best, caring for the little things, teaching you the craft no matter how old you were on the job.."

In 2014 he told me 'bhag jaldi Dilli pagal ' for he knew I've been summoned to take oath. The last I saw him was on a set and that's how il remember him. Prodding you to do your best, caring for the little things, teaching you the craft no matter how old you were on the job.. pic.twitter.com/ZDtGr7etxH

Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) April 30, 2020

Khannas, Kapoors and Malhotras he said will always love the good life, will always laugh gregariously ... make the heavens happy Rishi Sir. Will miss you ?

Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) April 30, 2020

The president of India, Ram Nath Kovind also tweeted and wrote, "Rishi Kapoor's untimely demise is shocking. An evergreen personality with an always smiling face, he was so full of life that it's difficult to believe that he is no more. A huge loss for the entertainment industry. Let us pray for his soul. Condolences to his family and friends."

Rishi Kapoor's untimely demise is shocking. An evergreen personality with an always smiling face, he was so full of life that it's difficult to believe that he is no more. A huge loss for the entertainment industry. Let us pray for his soul. Condolences to his family and friends.

President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) April 30, 2020

Nitin Gadkari wrote,"Deeply saddened to learn about the sudden demise of Rishi Kapoor. My condolences and sympathies are with his fans, friends and family. Om Shanti"

Deeply saddened to learn about the sudden demise of Rishi Kapoor. My condolences and sympathies are with his fans, friends and family.

Om Shanti

Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) April 30, 2020

Amit Shah tweeted, "Pained to know about the passing away of legendary actor Rishi Kapoor ji. He was an institution in himself. Rishi ji's demise is an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. He will always be remembered for his exceptional acting skills. Condolences to his family & followers. Om Shanti"

Pained to know about the passing away of legendary actor Rishi Kapoor ji. He was an institution in himself. Rishi ji's demise is an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. He will always be remembered for his exceptional acting skills. Condolences to his family & followers. Om Shanti

Amit Shah (@AmitShah) April 30, 2020

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CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) April 30, 2020

Arvind Kejriwal wrote,"Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of actor Rishi Kapoor. He entertained several generations of Indians throughout his career. What a terrible loss.. My condolences to the grieving family. May God bless his soul."

Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of actor Rishi Kapoor. He entertained several generations of Indians throughout his career. What a terrible loss.. My condolences to the grieving family. May God bless his soul.

Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) April 30, 2020