Legendary
Bollywood Actor Pran's died last Friday evening leaving Bollywood
celebrities nostalgic. Some remembered his iconic villain roles, while some
recollected his popular dialogues and songs, and there were others who shared
what a "heart of gold" the "gentleman" had.
Pran,
whose real name was Pran Kishan Sikand, was 93. He died at the Lilavati
Hospital at 8:30 p.m., his son said.
Following
the news of his death, a flurry of Bollywood celebrities - both
old and new, took to twitter to share their fondest memories of the actor, who
made an endearing impact on his fans as a hero, villain and a character actor
in a filmography of over 400 movies across a career spanning six decades.
Here's
what the celebrities had to say:
India's
favourite "bad man" and veteran Bollywood actor Pran Krishan Sikand,
died on Friday after a prolonged illness. He was 93.
MANMOHAN SINGH, Prime Minister
"I
convey my heartfelt condolences to the the bereaved family and Pran's countless
fans and admirers. I pray for peace of the departed soul."
NARENDRA MODI, BJP Leader
"Sad
to know of demise of legendary actor Pran. He will be remembered for
generations. Condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."
AMITABH BACHCHAN, Actor
"Pran
Saheb passes away ! A gentleman, most collaborative colleague, a senior of
immense distinction, a true disciplined professional"
ANUPAM KHER, Actor
"Final
Curtain Call for one of the Most Loved Actors of Indian Cinema. An Actor &
A Gentleman. Pran Saab- We will miss you & your Warmth.RIP"
SRIDEVI, Actor
"Today
we have lost a legend, a gem and an iconic actor. We will miss you. RIP Pran
Saheb."
MOHIT CHAUHAN, Musician
"The
villian we loved to hate. You will be missed Pran saheb. Thank you for all
those brilliant performances."
MAHESH BHATT, Filmmaker
"Enchanting
memories of Pran Saab courses through the hearts of millions of people who grew
up watching his films. India loves u Sir!"
KAILASH KHER, Musician
"Ek
aur bade buzurg Legend Actor Pran ye Duniya Chhod Gaye, Bhagwan bhi "Old
is Gold" me vishwas rakhte hain, what a great talent, prayers"
