Legendary Bollywood actor and screenwriter Kader Khan passed away at the age of 81 on Tuesday after suffering from prolonged illness. Kader Khan's son Sarfaraz confirmed that his last rites would be conducted in Canada as he had shifted there, and his father too had been living with them in the country. Kader Khan’s death has left the entire Bollywood industry in a state of shock and, several celebrities have been offering prayers and condolences to the iconic actor on social media.
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PM Narendra Modi
"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".
Amitabh Bachchan
"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".
Smriti Irani
"If you were a late 80s-90s kid who watched Hindi films, chances are you encountered the magic of Kader Khan. Never had the privilege of meeting him but if I ever had I would say ‘ thank you for the laughter, thank you for your craft’ #RIPKaderKhan".
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".
Manoj Bajpayee
"Rest in peace Kader khan saheb".
Esha Gupta
Kader Khan made his acting debut in 1973 with Rajesh Khanna's Daag and has featured in over 300 films. The veteran actor has left a void after his demise.
