It is a dark dark day for the country as we mourn the sudden demise of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who allegedly died from suicide in his Bandra apartment today. It is shocking, unsettlingly shocking! But more than that it’s hard, really hard to equate that bright, beautiful smile with the thought of death. The two somehow don’t add up and yet a star is gone, gone too soon.
Earlier today, Sushant was found hanging in his Bandra home. The police are still looking into the matter. Meanwhile, his friends and colleagues remain deeply shocked and are still trying to grasp the haunting truth and how all of it transpired all of a sudden.
Phenomenally talented and all of 34, Sushant has indeed left a dark, gnawing gap behind. And besides that a legacy, the proof of which can be derived from how both the cinema as well as sports fraternity is both deeply saddened by his shocking demise. It was his portrayal of Mahendra Singh Dhoni in MS Dhoni that won the actor many accolades, awards, and hearts.
Soon after the news of Sushant’s death shocked the nation, his small and silver screen colleagues, sports celebs, and politicians all took to social media to express their disbelief and grief. Here’s what they had to say:
Akshay Kumar
Honestly this news has left me shocked and speechless…I remember watching #SushantSinghRajput in Chhichhore and telling my friend Sajid, its producer how much I’d enjoyed the film and wish I’d been a part of it. Such a talented actor…may God give strength to his family 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) June 14, 2020
Varun Dhawan
I really can’t believe this. Sushant was a wonderful actor and I still remember the times I spent with him. His performance always inspired me. Deepest condolences to his fans and family. RIP #SushantSinghRajput
— Varun Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) June 14, 2020
Jacqueline Fernandez
Anushka Sharma
Sushant, you were too young and brilliant to have gone so soon. I'm so sad and upset knowing that we lived in an environment that could not help you through any troubles you may have had. May your soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/RzLrdJ4keX
— Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) June 14, 2020
Kajal Aggarwal
SHOCKING and deeply disturbing. Heartfelt Condolences to Sushants family and friends😕 hope he finds peace on the other side. #ripsushantsinghrajput
— Kajal Aggarwal (@MsKajalAggarwal) June 14, 2020
Sanjay Dutt
At a loss for words.. So shocked to hear about #SushantSinghRajput’s demise. My condolences with his family.
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) June 14, 2020
Vishal Dadlani
#SushantSinghRajput too? What is going on? Fuck!!! Strength and condolences to the bereaved. This is horrible, horrible news. :/
Please take care of yourselves and your families, and talk to your friends.
🙏🏼
— VISHAL DADLANI (@VishalDadlani) June 14, 2020
Nawazuddin Siddiqui
I can’t believe this at all… it’s shocking… a beautiful actor and a good friend… it’s disheartening #RestInPeace my friend #SushantSinghRajput
Strength to the family and friends 🙏🏽— Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@Nawazuddin_S) June 14, 2020
Swara Bhasker
No No No!!!!! Horrible heartbreaking news of the passing of #SushantSinghRajput ! Shocking & sad beyond words!!! Goodbye Sushant.. you were such a wonderful performer and had such a long long way to go! Don’t know what you were going through but I’m sorry for your suffering! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/OcnSmtxwxh
— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) June 14, 2020
Shilpa Shetty
Richa Chadha
Too young to go… too young… just call and talk if you feel sad… please ! Please! We’re all here. 💔
😭😭😭— TheRichaChadha (@RichaChadha) June 14, 2020
Riteish Deshmukh
Shocked beyond words !!!! #SushantSinghRajput no more …. deeply saddened!!
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) June 14, 2020
Aftab Shivdasani
Sushant nooo!! that’s the most disturbing news!!! 💔💔💔 so so so sad.. why? Why end such a young and beautiful life that too suicide??!! So so heartbroken.. #sushantsinghrajput
— Aftab Shivdasani (@AftabShivdasani) June 14, 2020
Vivek Oberoi
At a loss of words. Extremely tragic and upsetting to hear. We will all miss you immensely. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace 🙏 #SushantSingh #SushantSinghRajput
— Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) June 14, 2020
Kunal Kemmu
I can’t process this news about #SushantSinghRajput just feel so sorry and sad that even though he was so gifted and was loved by millions somewhere he still felt alone angry and helpless? Love to you brother wherever you are
— kunal kemmu (@kunalkemmu) June 14, 2020
Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya
काश तुम बताते…क्यों ?
काश तुम्हारे अपने तुम्हे रोक पाते !
काश… एक और मौका ज़िंदगी को देते.
काश यूँ ही हैरानी में न छोड़ जाते !
काश !
I wish this was not true.
May you rest in peace Sushant.🙏 https://t.co/2MR308ZeaW— Divyanka T Dahiya (@Divyanka_T) June 14, 2020
Kushal Tandon
@itsSSR not done brother ,not done ……what can I say , see you on the other side Untill then , m sure now you are with your mother now , RIP❤️ pic.twitter.com/MIQzJ9gnUd
— KUSHAL TANDON (@KushalT2803) June 14, 2020
Priyanka Shukla
Brilliant #student who had finished syllabus of Class X in VII
-won National Olympiad in Physics
-cleared 11 engg entrance tests &landed in DCE– #Dancer selected for @shiamakofficial s’special potentials’batch
-one of the best #actors of recent times #RIP #SushantSinghRajput pic.twitter.com/FP5xFyKNbS
— Priyanka Shukla (@PriyankaJShukla) June 14, 2020
Pulkit Samrat
Shocking!!!!!!! Broken!! Devastating!!!!!!!! #SushantSinghRajput No boy!! No!! 💔💔
— Pulkit Samrat (@PulkitSamrat) June 14, 2020
Karanvir Bohra
Smriti Irani
I have no words , no understanding of why you left the way you did. From a bright young kid who came to Balaji to a star who made the Nation swoon.. you had come a long way and had many more miles to go. You will be missed #SushantSinghRajput gone too soon ..
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) June 14, 2020
Ekta Kapoor
Neha Kakkar
I wish LIFE had an UNDO like Computers……… 😔😔 RIP 🙏🏼 #SushantSinghRajput 💔
— Neha Kakkar (@iAmNehaKakkar) June 14, 2020
Sonali Bendre
So so shocked by the news.
Rest in peace Sushant… such a young, fantastic actor & a fellow book lover 💔
I hope you find your peace.
#SushantSinghRajput— Sonali Bendre Behl (@iamsonalibendre) June 14, 2020
Manish Malhotra
Absolutely shocked and taken aback.
This is beyond understanding; RIP #SushantSinghRajput you will be missed dearly.— Manish Malhotra (@ManishMalhotra) June 14, 2020
Virat Kohli
Shocked to hear about Sushant Singh Rajput. This is so difficult to process. May his soul RIP and may god give all the strength to his family and friends 🙏
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 14, 2020
Ravi Shastri
I’m shocked at the tragic passing away of #SushantSinghRajput. A life brimming with promise and possibilities ended abruptly. My condolences to his family and fans 🙏 pic.twitter.com/8g1VCY0Kne
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) June 14, 2020
Hardik Pandya
Extremely heartbreaking news 💔 Rest in Peace #SushantSinghRajput. Met him a few times and he was such a jovial guy. Strength to all his loved ones. My heart cries for him. pic.twitter.com/4MkmFpeLXz
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) June 14, 2020
Shikhar Dhawan
So shocking and unable to believe this.. Sincere condolences and prayers to the family of #SushantSinghRajput. RIP. May God bless your soul 🙏
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 14, 2020
Vinod Kambli
This is unbelievable! Saddened to hear this news. Such a talented and loved actor. I personally loved his acting in MS Dhoni film. May his soul rest in peace and condolences to his loved ones! 🙏💔#SushantSinghRajput pic.twitter.com/CEaYEZak6F
— VINOD KAMBLI (@vinodkambli349) June 14, 2020
Harsha Bhogle
I must admit to being shaken. #SushantSinghRajput
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) June 14, 2020
Saina Nehwal
Gone way too soon. Its shocking and even more sad to loose such a young talented actor and a human. You will be missed on screen dhoni.#SushantSinghRajput 😢 pic.twitter.com/WCMJUytakW
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) June 14, 2020
Virender Sehwag
Life is fragile and we don’t know what one is going through. Be kind. #SushantSinghRajput Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/zJZGV96mmb
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 14, 2020
Irfan Pathan
I’m deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the suicide of #SushantSinghRajput my heart goes out for his family
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) June 14, 2020
Sushant Singh Rajput…a bright young actor gone too soon. He excelled on TV and in films. His rise in the world of entertainment inspired many and he leaves behind several memorable performances. Shocked by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and fans. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 14, 2020
PM Narendra Modi
Sushant Singh Rajput…a bright young actor gone too soon. He excelled on TV and in films. His rise in the world of entertainment inspired many and he leaves behind several memorable performances. Shocked by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and fans. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 14, 2020
Arvind Kejriwal
The tragic and shocking death of India's rising star #SushantSinghRajput has left millions of his fans devastated. The masterly performances of his film and TV career will forever be remembered. May his friends and family have the strength to cope with this loss. RIP
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) June 14, 2020
Shobhaa De
The kite has finally been cut free…saddest news about the gifted and gorgeous 34- year-old actor… RIP…@itsSSR pic.twitter.com/yzTQCgs5HL
— Shobhaa De (@DeShobhaa) June 14, 2020
Well, as Ekta said, Sushant’s smile did “win a million hearts.” You’d always be remembered as a bright, beautiful, and utterly talented star, Sushant. Rest in Peace!
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