New Delhi:
Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh was deeply moved by veteran actor Shammi Kapoor's death. The thespian, who was the head of Bollywood's illustrious Kapoor family, died peacefully in his sleep this morning, due to chronic renal problems.
The Prime Minister's condolence message said: "I am sad to learn of Shri Shammi Kapoor's demise. He was an accomplished actor who entertained millions and millions of fans in India and abroad. I share his family's grief."
President (Mrs.) Pratibha Patil, too, expressed her profound sadness at Shammi's passing, saying the industry had lost "a creative talent".<br><br/>
"Shri Kapoor was one of the veteran actors, who adorned Hindi cinema. He delighted Hindi cinema fans with his vivacious acting. He shall always be remembered by a generation of film
watchers," Patil said.<br><br/>
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also mourned Kapoor's death saying he has left a lasting imprint in the film industry through his strong personality and acting.<br><br/>
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot also expressed grief over Kapoor's death.<br><br/>
NCP leader and Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal said the actor was a tech wizard and his work cannot be forgotten.<br><br/>
(With PTI inputs)
The Prime Minister's condolence message said: "I am sad to learn of Shri Shammi Kapoor's demise. He was an accomplished actor who entertained millions and millions of fans in India and abroad. I share his family's grief."
President (Mrs.) Pratibha Patil, too, expressed her profound sadness at Shammi's passing, saying the industry had lost "a creative talent".<br><br/>
"Shri Kapoor was one of the veteran actors, who adorned Hindi cinema. He delighted Hindi cinema fans with his vivacious acting. He shall always be remembered by a generation of film
watchers," Patil said.<br><br/>
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also mourned Kapoor's death saying he has left a lasting imprint in the film industry through his strong personality and acting.<br><br/>
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot also expressed grief over Kapoor's death.<br><br/>
NCP leader and Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal said the actor was a tech wizard and his work cannot be forgotten.<br><br/>
(With PTI inputs)
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