February 27, 2017
The sudden demise of veteran actress Sridevi, prompted
an outpouring of affection from prominent figures across the country.
Joint by many, Sudhir Mishra an Indian film director and screenwriter, also
grieved the death of Sridevi.
Sudhir Mishra said,"Sridevi was an ideal
cinema actor. She had the capability to hold the responsibility of the entire
movie on her shoulders. She could easily adapt herself to any kind of role that
wAS given to her in a movie. Her demise is not only a loss for Bollywood but for
the entire country."
He further told ANI that Sridevi was an icon and he
is speechless over the untimely demise of the actress.
Johhny Lever,
famous noted actor and comedian in Hindi cinema, tweeted, "Had met #Sridevi ji
last month at the Mumbai Police show, and like always she had a beautiful smile
on her face and we spoke in our mother tongue Telugu...A great actress and a
lovely person, she will be deeply missed. #RIP (sic)"
The actor died late
on Saturday in Dubai after a cardiac arrest, while travelling to the city to
attend a family wedding.
After acting in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and
Kannada films; she made her Bollywood debut in 1975's Julie. While landing her
first starring role in the 1979 drama 'Solva Sawan'; she went on to star in a
string commercial successes, including Himmatwala (1983) - which cemented her
place as one of Bollywood's top stars, Mawaali (1983), Maqsad (1984), and Waqt
Ki Awaz (1988).
Raj Babbar, Hindi and Punjabi film actor and politician
belonging to Indian National Congress, tweeted, "Deeply shocked at the untimely
demise of #Sridevi ji. She was one of India's finest - a very natural actor who
excelled in every role she did. A rare combination of talent & charm. May her
soul rest in peace (sic)."
Meanwhile, Fans have gathered outside the
residence of Sridevi in Andheri. One of her fans said, "We are shocked and still
cannot believe the news of her death. Very saddened and pained by her demise.
Her acting skills were remarkable.