Shashi Kapoor no more, Bollywood mourns his death

New Delhi: Legendary megastar Shashi Kapoor passed away at 79 on Monday evening. He battled a prolonged illness and left for his heavenly abode at Mumbai's private hospital.

Several Bollywood celebs thronged Twitter to express their shock and extend condolences to the Kapoor family in this hour of grief. 

#RIPShashiKapoor ...the most charming and enigmatic actor ever...a gentleman movie star! His legacy in film and theatre is exceptional...thoughts and prayers with the family....his work will always live on... pic.twitter.com/U9jsAGxGET — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) December 4, 2017

So sad to hear the passing of the most charming #ShashiKapoor ji, really saddened by this news. Pray for his soul to find peace. Thank him for the amazing memories he gave us all. Condolences to the Kapoor family. #RIP SIR. — arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) December 4, 2017

An era of great cinema belongs to you and will always do so. RIP respected #ShashiKapoor Ji.

— Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) December 4, 2017

So many generations have watched him as an icon of great style and charisma. #ShashiKapoor, you'll always be remembered with a smile. RIP legend. pic.twitter.com/gai1JaO8LY — Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) December 4, 2017

He'd rarely miss the premiere show of a new play. Sitting outside by the Prithvi Cafe, waiting patiently for the gates to open, he'd smile gently at the awestruck admirers, and return their pranaams with equally genuine namastes.

A part of Prithvi Theatre is gone today. pic.twitter.com/xvzTlMoHBt — वरुण (@varungrover) December 4, 2017

Innumerable Bollywood dreams came to life watching your iconic dialogue, "Mere paas maa hai." Your tremendous contribution to cinema will always be remembered. RIP #ShashiKapoor ji — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) December 4, 2017

#ShashiKapoor’s brilliance as an Actor,Director,Producer & a theatre personality will never be https://t.co/fPTNwnnrkQ personified romance & drama with your performances in films like #KabhieKabhie & #Dewaar. Will Miss U Sir. #RIP. pic.twitter.com/hLsaUWEqtV — Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) December 4, 2017

As the skies burst and it begins to rain in this part of Mumbai. My heart is filled with deep gratitude. Thank you Sir ! You touched our lives only the way you could have . pic.twitter.com/IzRvKDOXM9 — Mahesh Bhatt (@MaheshNBhatt) December 4, 2017

You won't be forgotten. Rest in peace #ShashiKapoor ji. — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) December 4, 2017

Another charming and legendary soul departs for the heavenly adobe. RIP Shashi Kapoor sir ...! May your dimpled smile continue to spread the selfless kindness of yours in the heavens too ...! pic.twitter.com/2XIkxQ88YL — Karan Patel (@TheKaranPatel) December 4, 2017

Mujhe abhi pata chala ki guni Abhineta Shashi Kapoor ji ka aaj swargwas hua .Ye sunkar mujhe bahut dukh hua, wo ek bahut bhale insaan the. Meri unko vinamra shraddhanjali. — Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) December 4, 2017

Extremely sad news that our most favourite, handsome & stylish actor #ShashiKapoor has passed away today. May God bless his soul, RIP. The entire Kapoor family are very good looking but he was most definitely the best looking. pic.twitter.com/aValgof02V — King Mika Singh (@MikaSingh) December 4, 2017

Shashi Kapoor was reportedly suffering from old age related illness. He was under constant medical supervision and was battling health-related issues. The Kapoor senior featured in as many as 148 films in his illustrious career.