Mumbai: Celebrities like Lata Mangeshkar, Shah Rukh Khan and A R Rahman on Monday mourned the demise of former President APJ Abdul Kalam, calling his death a great loss to the country.
Kalam, who served as the 11th President from 2002 to 2007 and came to be known as 'People's President', died on Monday evening after he collapsed during a lecture at IIM Shillong. He was 83.
Four-time National Award-winning composer Rahman said the country lost an "inspiring mind". "Dr Kalam, when you became the President, you gave the word 'hope' a new meaning for Indians...
"we have lost a great leader who inspired our young minds to feel that we live in the greatest nation on earth and that each one of them can achieve great things... May the creator lead you to heaven," Rahman posted on his Facebook page.
Bollywood's evergreen voice Mangeshkar also took to Facebook to pay her condolence.
"I have just been informed that our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has passed away. I am saddened by the news. I knew him very well personally. He was a great scientist, a human being and a good poet. I pay my tribute to him. May he rest in peace," she said.
Superstar Shah Rukh, also condemning Gurdaspur terrorist attack, tweeted, "So sad to hear about the Gurdaspur terror attack and now the news of Dr Kalam's demise. May Allah bring peace upon all."
"Sad to hear about the loss of our only people's president - Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Big loss to not just our nation but the whole world," posted Ajay on his Twitter page.
"I just got this news. It is a very sad moment for us. I think he has left behind good values for us."And the way he led his life was exemplary. The way he thought, the way he spoke, the way he lived... all that should be a torchlight guiding us and we should keep him alive in our hearts," said
Rajya Sabha MP and Bollywood screenwriter- lyricist Javed Akhtar, who was in Delhi on Monday.Actor Varun Dhawan wrote, "A visionary passes away" Abdul Kalam a brilliant mind and soul. His book 'Wings Of Fire' is a must for every youth of our country."
"So sad to know about the passing away of Dr Abdul Kalam. It is a loss not only for India but for d entire world. Such greatness is a rarity.
"Had the opportunity of meeting & interacting with Dr Kalam at several occasions. His infectious smile was enough to inspire millions. #Sad," tweeted Anupam Kher, who received Padma Shri from Kalam. Kher also called him his inspiration. "I was one of the lucky ones to receive my Padma Shri from Dr Kalam. He made it extra special for me. He will always remain my inspiration," he further said.
Filmmaker Karan Johar tweeted, "Visionary....legendary and with so much dignity....a big loss to the country....RIP #APJAbdulKalam."
Good bye with Salam sir Abdul kalam most beloved president of india. True son of India. Father of nuclear arms India. The finest educationist," wrote director-producer Subhash Ghai.
"What a glorious life!!Greatness lead by example!!#Respect#Salute d life n divine grace of Mr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam #Godspeed," actress Sushmita Sen tweeted.
Actor Rajkummar Rao posted, "You have to dream before ur dreams can come true" Rest in Peace Mr Abdul Kalam. Thank you for inspiring us."
Actress Sonakshi Sinha said, "Sad news. First the #GurdaspurAttack and then we lose one of the most loved Indians of all time. #RIPAbdulKalam sir."
Actress Sridevi wrote, "A people's president who ignited minds across the world. RIP Dr APJ Abdul Kalam."
"R I P. Dr Abdul Kalam,sir, you shall be missed and remembered," veteran actor Rishi Kapoor said.
Actress Raveena Tandon, condoling his death, tweeted, "Terrible news!! APJ Abdul Kalam you will be remembered as one of the best presidents India has seen! A true patriot and an inspiration to the youth! A great loss!"
"Never got a chance to meet, always be a regret. His wisdom humour philosophy intelligence wil live forever in r hearts #RIPAPJAbdulKalam #PrideOfIndia. He went while doing what he did best... #PrideOfIndia collapsed while giving a lecture in Shillong!" she further wrote.
"A life well lived is one that leaves behind the road of possibilities and inspiration. What a spectacular path Dr. Abdul Kalam paved. RIP," tweeted "The Lunchbox" actress Nimrat Kaur.
Actress Dia Mirza said, "#RIP #DrAPJAbdulKalam you are and will always be one of my heroes. #Salute."
"In a country starving for inspiration #DrAPJAbdulKalam passing away is huge blow... #RIP #Salute," director Nikhil Advani wrote.
Kalam, who served as the 11th President from 2002 to 2007 and came to be known as 'People's President', died on Monday evening after he collapsed during a lecture at IIM Shillong. He was 83.
Four-time National Award-winning composer Rahman said the country lost an "inspiring mind". "Dr Kalam, when you became the President, you gave the word 'hope' a new meaning for Indians...
"we have lost a great leader who inspired our young minds to feel that we live in the greatest nation on earth and that each one of them can achieve great things... May the creator lead you to heaven," Rahman posted on his Facebook page.
Bollywood's evergreen voice Mangeshkar also took to Facebook to pay her condolence.
"I have just been informed that our former President, Bharat Ratna Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has passed away. I am saddened by the news. I knew him very well personally. He was a great scientist, a human being and a good poet. I pay my tribute to him. May he rest in peace," she said.
Superstar Shah Rukh, also condemning Gurdaspur terrorist attack, tweeted, "So sad to hear about the Gurdaspur terror attack and now the news of Dr Kalam's demise. May Allah bring peace upon all."
"Sad to hear about the loss of our only people's president - Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Big loss to not just our nation but the whole world," posted Ajay on his Twitter page.
"I just got this news. It is a very sad moment for us. I think he has left behind good values for us."And the way he led his life was exemplary. The way he thought, the way he spoke, the way he lived... all that should be a torchlight guiding us and we should keep him alive in our hearts," said
Rajya Sabha MP and Bollywood screenwriter- lyricist Javed Akhtar, who was in Delhi on Monday.Actor Varun Dhawan wrote, "A visionary passes away" Abdul Kalam a brilliant mind and soul. His book 'Wings Of Fire' is a must for every youth of our country."
"So sad to know about the passing away of Dr Abdul Kalam. It is a loss not only for India but for d entire world. Such greatness is a rarity.
"Had the opportunity of meeting & interacting with Dr Kalam at several occasions. His infectious smile was enough to inspire millions. #Sad," tweeted Anupam Kher, who received Padma Shri from Kalam. Kher also called him his inspiration. "I was one of the lucky ones to receive my Padma Shri from Dr Kalam. He made it extra special for me. He will always remain my inspiration," he further said.
Filmmaker Karan Johar tweeted, "Visionary....legendary and with so much dignity....a big loss to the country....RIP #APJAbdulKalam."
Good bye with Salam sir Abdul kalam most beloved president of india. True son of India. Father of nuclear arms India. The finest educationist," wrote director-producer Subhash Ghai.
"What a glorious life!!Greatness lead by example!!#Respect#Salute d life n divine grace of Mr Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam #Godspeed," actress Sushmita Sen tweeted.
Actor Rajkummar Rao posted, "You have to dream before ur dreams can come true" Rest in Peace Mr Abdul Kalam. Thank you for inspiring us."
Actress Sonakshi Sinha said, "Sad news. First the #GurdaspurAttack and then we lose one of the most loved Indians of all time. #RIPAbdulKalam sir."
Actress Sridevi wrote, "A people's president who ignited minds across the world. RIP Dr APJ Abdul Kalam."
"R I P. Dr Abdul Kalam,sir, you shall be missed and remembered," veteran actor Rishi Kapoor said.
Actress Raveena Tandon, condoling his death, tweeted, "Terrible news!! APJ Abdul Kalam you will be remembered as one of the best presidents India has seen! A true patriot and an inspiration to the youth! A great loss!"
"Never got a chance to meet, always be a regret. His wisdom humour philosophy intelligence wil live forever in r hearts #RIPAPJAbdulKalam #PrideOfIndia. He went while doing what he did best... #PrideOfIndia collapsed while giving a lecture in Shillong!" she further wrote.
"A life well lived is one that leaves behind the road of possibilities and inspiration. What a spectacular path Dr. Abdul Kalam paved. RIP," tweeted "The Lunchbox" actress Nimrat Kaur.
Actress Dia Mirza said, "#RIP #DrAPJAbdulKalam you are and will always be one of my heroes. #Salute."
"In a country starving for inspiration #DrAPJAbdulKalam passing away is huge blow... #RIP #Salute," director Nikhil Advani wrote.
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