Veteran Actor Jagdeep Dies At 81, Bollywood Mourns The Loss: Thank You For All The Laughter
Veteran Actor Jagdeep Dies At 81
Updated : July 09, 2020 01:05 AM ISTBollywood lost another gem of an actor on July 8 as veteran actor-comedian Jagdeep died at his Mumbai residence. He was 81. Well known for playing the iconic character Soorma Bhopali the actor’s death left many fans shattered while several celebrities took to social media late evening to share their condolences.
Ajay Devgn wrote, “Heard the sad news of Jagdeep Saab’s demise. Always enjoyed watching him on screen. He brought so much joy to the audience. My deepest condolences to Jaaved and all members of the family. Prayers for Jagdeep Saab’s soul.”
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >Heard the sad news of Jagdeep Saab’s demise. Always enjoyed watching him on screen. He brought so much joy to the audience. My deepest condolences to Jaaved and all members of the family. Prayers for Jagdeep Saab’s soul?
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 8, 2020
Arshad Warsi also mourned the loss of the ace comedian, “Really sad to hear about Jagdeep sahab. What a phenomenal actor & a wonderful person. He has entertained my generation all through our growing years. He was also my reference point for Ishqiya. Thank you Jagdeep sahab... Allah aapko Jannat Naseeb farmaye –RIP”
Raveena Tandon posted: Thank you for all the laughter, rib tickling fun memories! You will be missed Sir.The legend Jagdeep ji passes away at 81.Condolences to the entire family.
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >Really sad to hear about Jagdeep sahab. What a phenomenal actor & a wonderful person. He has entertained my generation all through our growing years. He was also my reference point for Ishqiya. Thank you Jagdeep sahab... Allah aapko Jannat Naseeb farmaye -RIP
— Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) July 8, 2020
Anil Kapoor who worked with the actor in Ek Baar Kaho and other films to paid his condolences to the late actor. “Thank you for all the laughter, rib tickling fun memories! You will be missed Sir.The legend Jagdeep ji passes away at 81.Condolences to the entire family,” he wrote.
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >Jagdeep Saab was one of the greatest actors of India...I was his huge fan & was lucky enough to have worked with him in Ek Baar Kaho & many more films...he was always extremely supportive & encouraging...sending my heartfelt condolences & prayers to my friend Javed & family... pic.twitter.com/0ZXsridyL8
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) July 8, 2020
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >Rest in peace Jagdeep sahab !! ?Thank you for all the memories that I have watching your films and performances in my childhood!! You will be missed by us all!! Condolences to the family!!!??
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) July 8, 2020
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >एक और सितारा ज़मीन से आसमान में जा पहुँचा।#Jagdeep साब हिंदी फ़िल्म जगत के एक बहुत ही बेहतरीन कलाकार थे। एक हास्य अभिनेता के नाते उनका कोई सानी नहीं था।एक पार्टी में बहुत साल पहले उन्होंने मुझसे कहा था,”बरखुरदार ! हँसना आसान है, हँसाना बहुत मुश्किल है!” आपकी कमी बहुत खलेगी।? pic.twitter.com/48yF0gu9uv
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) July 8, 2020
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >Rest in peace #Jagdeep saab .. thank you for all the entertainment ?? pic.twitter.com/S4uTY8kyyp
— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) July 8, 2020
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >RIP Jagdeep Sahab ... Remember shooting with you during Life Partner and cracking up with laughter all through the scene.. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have got that chance to work with you..
— Genelia Deshmukh (@geneliad) July 8, 2020
All my condolences to the family
Adnan Sami too penned a long note devastated by the news.” I am devastated by the sad news of the Legendary Jagdeep Sahib’s passing away...”
undefined src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" >I am devastatedby the sad news of the Legendary Jagdeep Sahib’s passing away...
— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) July 8, 2020
إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعون?#Jagdeep pic.twitter.com/uyo3R95omM
Several other stars and fans posted mourning the loss of the legendary actor and remembered his sons, Javed Jaffery and Naved Jaffery in their prayers. The late actor was suffering due to age related ailments.
Jagdeep who went on to make a film titled Soorma Bhopali after his iconic Sholay character also starred in over 400 films in his illustrious career. Do Begha Zameen, Andaaz Apna Apna, Qurbani and Bombay To Goa were some of them.