Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput died in Mumbai today, the police confirmed. Soon after Bollywood celebrities started pouring in their condolences, remembering some special moments of Sushant. One of them was superstar Akshay Kumar.
Recollecting how he enjoyed Sushant Singh Rajput's film 'Chhichhore', Akshay tweeted, "Honestly this news has left me shocked and speechless...I remember watching #SushantSinghRajput in Chhichhore and telling my friend Sajid, its producer how much I’d enjoyed the film and wish I’d been a part of it. Such a talented actor...may God give strength to his family."
Honestly this news has left me shocked and speechless...I remember watching #SushantSinghRajput in Chhichhore and telling my friend Sajid, its producer how much I’d enjoyed the film and wish I’d been a part of it. Such a talented actor...may God give strength to his family
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) June 14, 2020
Shah Rukh Khan, on the other hand, stated that Sushant loved him a lot and thus, he would miss him a lot too. On the other hand, Ajay Devgn called the loss 'tragic'.
Here are their tweets:
He loved me so much...I will miss him so much. His energy, enthusiasm and his full happy smile. May Allah bless his soul and my condolences to his near and dear ones. This is extremely sad....and so shocking!! pic.twitter.com/skIhYEQxeO
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) June 14, 2020
The news of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death is truly sad. What a tragic loss Deepest condolences to his family & loved ones. May his soul find eternal peace.
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) June 14, 2020
Priyanka Chopra wrote, "I’m stunned. You must have been in so much pain. I hope you are at peace wherever you are my friend. Gone too soon. Ill never forget our conversations about astrophysics at sunrise..Words cease to make sense. RIP Sushant. My condolences to the family and everyone grieving this huge loss."
Here's her post:
Varun Dhawan, Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt among other actors also mourned Sushant's demise. A few singers also poured in their condolences for the actor.
Take a look:
No No No!!!!! Horrible heartbreaking news of the passing of #SushantSinghRajput ! Shocking & sad beyond words!!! Goodbye Sushant.. you were such a wonderful performer and had such a long long way to go! Don’t know what you were going through but I’m sorry for your suffering! pic.twitter.com/OcnSmtxwxh
— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) June 14, 2020
I can’t believe this at all... it’s shocking... a beautiful actor and a good friend... it’s disheartening #RestInPeace my friend #SushantSinghRajput Strength to the family and friends
— Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@Nawazuddin_S) June 14, 2020
At a loss for words.. So shocked to hear about #SushantSinghRajput’s demise. My condolences with his family.
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) June 14, 2020
My friend #SushantSinghRajput has died tragically at a very young age!! STOP Circulating pictures of his death! This is a tragedy NOT entertainment!! Is this the world we live in now??!
— Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) June 14, 2020
I really can’t believe this. Sushant was a wonderful actor and I still remember the times I spent with him. His performance always inspired me. Deepest condolences to his fans and family. RIP #SushantSinghRajput
— Varun Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) June 14, 2020
More profound than people would expect, u had achieved so much but still had so much to do. Wish this was not true...wish u had reached out to someone. I’m gutted & heartbrokenTo all those reading this please don’t suffer alone, speak to someone, anyone #SushantSinghRajput pic.twitter.com/tFZUX1aLJJ
— Sophie C (@Sophie_Choudry) June 14, 2020
I wish LIFE had an UNDO like Computers......... RIP #SushantSinghRajput
— Neha Kakkar (@iAmNehaKakkar) June 14, 2020
No matter how many reasons one reasons, it’s still unreasonable ..only good times to remember .. #SushantSinghRajput hope there is peace bro ..
— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) June 14, 2020
Shocked and extremely sad, a fellow colleague with such good work backing him. Gone to soon, rest in peace bro. My prayer with his family and loved ones #SushantSinghRajput
— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) June 14, 2020
Depression is the biggest pandemic. I am benumb & trembling right now. Mentally destroyed... Gone too soon #SushantSinghRajput @itsSSR My condolences with his family pic.twitter.com/GmIHxjWSIx
— URVASHI RAUTELA (@UrvashiRautela) June 14, 2020
Extremely difficult to believe that someone who had an incredibly positive insight on life, who was limitlessly optimistic could end such a beautiful life! From being his neighbour to singing for his films,I witnessed his incredible journey closely. Sushant.#SushantSinghRajput pic.twitter.com/drRRdUketB
— Palak Muchhal (@palakmuchhal3) June 14, 2020
Shocked beyond words. #SushantSinghRajput
— Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) June 14, 2020
Sushant nooo!! that’s the most disturbing news!!! so so so sad.. why? Why end such a young and beautiful life that too suicide??!! So so heartbroken.. #sushantsinghrajput
— Aftab Shivdasani (@AftabShivdasani) June 14, 2020
Gone way too soon. Its shocking and even more sad to loose such a young talented actor and a human. You will be missed on screen dhoni.#SushantSinghRajput pic.twitter.com/18wUaZdPAr
— Hans Raj Hans (@hansrajhansHRH) June 14, 2020
Shocked beyond words !!!! #SushantSinghRajput no more .... deeply saddened!!
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) June 14, 2020
#SushantSinghRajput too? What is going on? Fuck!!! Strength and condolences to the bereaved. This is horrible, horrible news. :/
Please take care of yourselves and your families, and talk to your friends.
— VISHAL DADLANI (@VishalDadlani) June 14, 2020
#SushantSinghRajput unbelievable..I don’t know how to react..shocked beyond words..rest in peace
— Amit Trivedi (@ItsAmitTrivedi) June 14, 2020
Shocking!!!!!!! Broken!! Devastating!!!!!!!! #SushantSinghRajput No boy!! No!!
— Pulkit Samrat (@PulkitSamrat) June 14, 2020
Sushant Singh Rajput died at the age of 34. He committed suicide by hanging himself in his Bandra home. The actor was being treated for depression.
Sushant had made a name for himself with the Television show 'Pavitra Rishta' which was also his entry ticket into Bollywood. The actor made his debut with 'Kai Po Che' and is most remembered for his roles in 'M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story' and 'Chhichhore'. The actor also featured opposite Jacqueline Fernandez in the Netflix film 'Drive', which was his last movie.