‘Powerhouse of talent’: PM Modi mourns death of Rishi Kapoor  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday mourned the death of actor Rishi Kapoor, who after passed away in Mumbai after a two-year-long battle with cancer. He was 67.

“Multifaceted, endearing and lively... this was Rishi Kapoor Ji. He was a powerhouse of talent. I will always recall our interactions, even on social media. He was passionate about films and India’s progress. Anguished by his demise. Condolences to his family and fans. Om Shanti,” PM Modi said on Twitter.

His wife and actor Neetu Kapoor was by his side. His brother Randhir Kapoor confirmed the news.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh said he is anguished by Kapoor’s death. “Anguished by the passing away of noted film actor Rishi Kapoor. He carved a special place in the hearts of his fans with his inimitable style and performances. My thoughts are with his family and fans in this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” Singh tweeted.