Bollywood actor Vinod Khanna at last lost his battle against the disease of cancer, leaving his fans and family in a mourning state. He was one of those few Hindi movie actors who started their career as villains and went to play the lead roles. He was considered as one of the most handsome actors that the Hindi film industry ever had. As an actor, he had given many memorable performances and won 2 Filmfare awards.
He was also a politician and had been an MP for BJP 4 times from Gurdaspur. Khanna had also handled 2 ministries in the Vajpayee government. He was suffering from advanced bladder carcinoma (bladder cancer) and took his last breath on 27th April, 2017, at 11.20 am. As per a hospital source, “Doctors and family were expecting a recovery but somehow his condition escalated and he succumbed today afternoon.” Vinod Khanna was admitted to Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital in the first week of April because of severe dehydration and his condition was reported to be improving but later on, it started deteriorating.
Celebrities from the cricket world and Bollywood industry mourned the tragic demise of the superstar! Check out few tweets:
Narendra Modi:
Will always remember Vinod Khanna as a popular actor, dedicated leader & a wonderful human. Pained by his demise. My condolences.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 27, 2017
Rajinikanth:
My dear friend Vinod Khanna… will miss you, RIP. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 27, 2017
Rishi Kapoor:
Will miss you Amar. RIP. pic.twitter.com/WC0zt71R4J
— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) April 27, 2017
Anupam Kher:
#VinodKhanna ji had a magnetic charm & persona. Both on & off screen. He was kind, affectionate & helpful. Loved his panther like walk. 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/q01Hmqxbdp
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) April 27, 2017
Shatrughan Sinha:
Vinod Khanna, truly "Mere Apne", one of my most admired and loved personalities, the supremely handsome & talented superstar is no more..1>2
— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) April 27, 2017
Akshay Kumar:
Sad to learn about the passing away of #VinodKhanna Sir,one of the most charismatic actors…truly end of an era.Condolences to the family🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 27, 2017
Varun Dhawan:
#Vinodkhanna will always remain the coolest and most good looking actor to grace the Indian screens.The industry has lost a legend today.
— VarunDhawan (@Varun_dvn) April 27, 2017
Shraddha Kapoor:
1 of the most loved,handsome & wonderful actors.Big loss.We have lost a legend today.Will always be a https://t.co/miuJHn22xR Vinod Khanna
— Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) April 27, 2017
Sonakshi Sinha:
https://twitter.com/sonakshisinha/status/857511346555965440
Richa Chadha:
https://twitter.com/RichaChadha_/status/857486984104861696
Virender Sehwag:
Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of one of the most charismatic actors #VinodKhanna ji.
Om Shanti !— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 27, 2017
Harbhajan Singh:
An amazing actor #VinodKhanna leaves us. May his soul rest in peace🙏🙏 Condolences to his family.
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 27, 2017
Shikhar Dhawan:
Condolences on the passing of the legendary actor Vinod Khanna. May his soul rest in peace.
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) April 27, 2017
Anil Kumble:
A great artist #VinodKhanna leaves us. He will be remembered as one of the finest actors in Bollywood.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) April 27, 2017
Mohammad Kaif:
Unbelievable loss. Deepest condolences on the passing away of a wonderful man and such a jubilant being #VinodKhanna ji.
RIP. pic.twitter.com/jkx0m2cOJa— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) April 27, 2017
Manish Paul:
RIP vinod khanna sir…sad day..u will be missed!!
— Maniesh Paul (@ManishPaul03) April 27, 2017
Goldie Behl:
#rip #VinodKhanna #legend one of my fav and the best walk on screen
— goldie behl (@GOLDIEBEHL) April 27, 2017
Sophie Choudry:
27April 2009 we lost #FerozKhan & 27April 2017 his Qurbani, Dayavan partner, #VinodKhanna .True legends.. Very sad news #ripvinodkhanna 🙏🏼💔
— Sophie C (@Sophie_Choudry) April 27, 2017
A Legend Is Lost Today! RIP