Several Bollywood celebrities expressed their heartfelt condolences following the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died at the age of 92 on Thursday. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi announced that he succumbed to age-related ailments that evening.
Bollywood Pays Tribute
Actor-comedian Kapil Sharma took to X to share a throwback picture from one of his meetings with Singh. He wrote, “India has lost one of its finest leaders today. Dr. Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms and a symbol of integrity and humility, leaves behind a legacy of progress and hope. His wisdom, dedication, and vision transformed our nation. Rest in peace, Dr. Singh. Your contributions will never be forgotten.
”Kamal Haasan, the acclaimed Tamil actor-director, also paid his respects by posting a picture of Singh on X. He stated, “India has lost one of its most eminent statesmen and scholars. The passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh marks the end of an era in Indian polity. A man of quiet dignity, he reshaped the nation through his visionary economic and social policies. Few have influenced the nation’s trajectory with such far-reaching impact. My sincerest condolences to his family and to the nation on the loss of one of its finest sons.
”Madhuri Dixit shared her tribute on Instagram Stories, stating, “Dr. Manmohan Singh’s journey and service to the nation reflect true wisdom and grace. His leadership reminds us that quiet determination can move mountains. My deepest condolences to his family and countless loved ones. Om Shanti.
”Actor Sunny Deol also expressed his sorrow in an Instagram Story, recognizing Singh as a “visionary leader.” He wrote, “I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a pivotal figure in shaping India’s economic liberalization. His contributions to the nation’s growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences. #RIPDrManmohanSingh.
“Diljit Dosanjh shared a picture of Singh with the simple caption, “Oh Waheguru,” accompanied by a folded hands emoji.
Swara Bhasker posted a reflective tribute on X, sharing a picture of Singh presenting her with an honor. She wrote, “The demise of #ManmohanSingh ji feels like the end of an era when India was truly democratic. Farewell Dr. Singh. You gave India more than you got credit for. ”These tributes highlight the profound impact Dr. Singh had on the nation and the deep respect he garnered across various fields, including the film industry.
