Veteran Indian actress Sridevi passes away in Dubai after suffering cardiac arrest
In a shocking piece of news, veteran Indian film actress Sridevi passed away in Dubai yesterday. She was 54.
Her husband Boney Kapoor and daughter Khushi were with the legendary actor at the time of her death, reported Gulf Times.
Sridevi’s brother-in-law Sanjay Kapoor confirmed that the Bollywood diva, who hails from the souther Indian state of Tamil Nadu, passed away after suffering a massive cardiac arrest, according to Qatar Tribune.
“Yes, it’s true that Sridevi passed away. I just landed here, I was in Dubai and now I’m flying back to Dubai. It happened roughly around 11 to 11.30pm. I don’t know more details yet,” Sanjay was quoted as saying by The Indian Express.
Sridevi and the entire Kapoor family was in the UAE to attend the wedding ceremony of her nephew and film actor Mohit Marwah.
Sridevi, hailed as the first genuine female superstar of Hindi cinema, had married film producer Boney Kapoor with whom she had two daughters.
Her sudden passing away shocked Bollywood and legions of her followers who reached outside her Mumbai house, reported NDTV.
Sridevi, who made her acting debut at the age of four, had many big hits to her name like ‘Chandni’ and was especially noted for her impeccable timing as a comedienne.
She took a 15-year-long break from movies in 1997, a year after her marriage. She returned in 2012’s ‘English Vinglish.’
There was an outpouring of grief and remembrance on Twitter.
I am at a loss for words & jolted as if struck by lightening at this late hour of the night to learn about the shocking & tragic news & untimely demise of #Sridevi ji. Heartbroken. She was India’s sweetheart, an incredible artiste & a beautiful human being. Gone too soon. RIP. pic.twitter.com/VEIveFY4tw
Unbelievable Shocking & Heartbreaking to hear about the demise of #Sridevi, one of the talented Actress of Indian Cinema. Prayers and strength to the family. #OmShanti
Heartbroken & shocked to hear that my all time favourite #Sridevi is no more. May god give peace to her soul & strength to the family #RIP
Woken up to this tragic news. Absolute shock. Sad. Heartfelt condolences to Boney and their two daughters!
I just heard Ma’am Sridevi passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. I am in shock...cant stop crying...
An absolute icon. Gone too soon, #Sridevi. Too soon...
Absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of #Sridevi. What a dark black terrible moment in time. Gutted.
Terrible terrible news.... Am shocked beyond words. SRIDEVI ji No More ... RIP
The heart breaks. #Sridevi No words.
Can’t get myself to believe.... I thought it was a hoax. #Sridevi
Shocked to hear about the demise of #Sridevi ji . Condolences to her family and friends.
Shocked beyond words. Grew up in awe of your talent. You gave us joy love and so many movies. Gone too soon. Rest in peace #Sridevi ji
Oh, no! In her own way, she lit up the screen. Such a star! No age to go. #Sridevi.
Cannot believe the heartbreaking news about #Sridevi Our industry lost a shining light today, way too early. Love and light to her family.
RIP RIP RIP RIP she was one of best actress.
decent person; talented; and as far as superstars go, she was as big as they come; and left it all behind for love; i can respect and will miss a person like that..
She was great on the screen. Remember several of her hit movies. RIP.
Rest in peace
We will miss her for the long long times to come.
Oh heartfelt Condolences. RIP