We began the year with some very sad news of Kader Khan leaving the world for his heavenly abode today.
Ever since then, condolences have been pouring in. Several celebs and stara have mourned this tremendous loss on Twitter and social media.
Even Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sadness on Twitter:
Kader Khan Ji brightened the screen with his stupendous acting skills and lightened it thanks to his unique sense of humour.
He was also a prolific screenwriter, associated with many memorable films.
Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 1, 2019
Here are some of the Bollywood stars who paid their tribute to Kader Khan, one of the best comedians we’ve seen in Indian cinema.
Anupam Kher
#KaderKhan Saab was one of the finest actors of our country. It was a joy and a learning experience to be on the sets with him. His improvisational skills were phenomenal. His humour was eternal and original. He was a wonderful writer. We will miss him & his brilliance.🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/m9z1yix9HB
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) January 1, 2019
Arjun Kapoor
An actor and a writer who defined a generation.. You’ve left a void in the industry that cannot be filled..RIP #KaderKhan.. My heartfelt prayers to his family 🙏🏻
— arjunk26 (@arjunk26) January 1, 2019
Amitabh Bachchan
T 3045 – Kadar Khan passes away .. sad depressing news .. my prayers and condolences .. a brilliant stage artist a most compassionate and accomplished talent on film .. a writer of eminence ; in most of my very successful films .. a delightful company .. and a mathematician !! pic.twitter.com/l7pdv0Wdu1
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 1, 2019
Vicky Kaushal
If there’s 1 film I have seen the most no. of times its ‘Baap numbari Beta dus numbari’. Bachpan mein iss film ki vhs lagakar hamesha dekhta. #KadarKhanSaab has been a delightful part of my childhood. His contribution to hindi cinema will always be remembered. May his soul RIP 🙏 pic.twitter.com/ellhVhIPX4
— Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) January 1, 2019
Manoj Bajpayee
Rest in peace Kader khan saheb !! https://t.co/GHSqo0B6z9
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) January 1, 2019
Madhur Bhandarkar
Sad to hear the demise of the Versatile Writer,Actor,Comedian Kader Khan.He made us laugh and cry at the same time.He entertained us with his punchful dialogues.God bless his https://t.co/HSrp7MqQMh Sir 🙏 pic.twitter.com/N8a6HVSlZc
— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) January 1, 2019
Ravi Kishan
Rest in peace Kadar Khan sahab ..Bahaut Kuch Sikhaney ke liye aajivan aabhari rahunga main 🙏
— Ravi Kishan (Modi Ka Parivar) (@ravikishann) January 1, 2019
Varun Dhawan
RIP #KaderKhan saab. One of my inspirations and a truly iconic actor, writer and stage artists. His contribution to my fathers cinema was limitless just like his talent. You will truly be missed by everyone.
— VarunDhawan (@Varun_dvn) January 1, 2019
Rishi Kapoor
R I P. Kadar bhai Khan sahab! Bahut lamba rishta tha aapka hum sab Kapoors ke saath. Bahut kaam kiya bahut seekha aapse. Jannat Naseeb ho aapko. Ameen.
— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) January 1, 2019
Rest in peace, sir. You are dearly missed.