Leading figures from Bollywood have taken to social media to express their profound grief and honor the celebrated artist. Filmmaker Karan Johar shared a poignant image of Shah on his Instagram stories, simply stating ‘Om Shanti’ with a folded hands emoji, reflecting the deep respect he held for the actor.

Director Farah Khan also paid her respects via Instagram stories, posting a cherished throwback picture. She remembered Shah as ‘a joy to know and work with,’ adding that she would miss his daily dose of memes and jokes. Her heartfelt message underscored the personal connection many shared with the actor.

Veteran comedian and actor Johny Lever expressed immense sadness, describing Shah as a ‘great artist and my dearest friend of over 40 years.’ Lever revealed he had spoken to Shah just two days prior, making the news particularly hard to believe. He emphasized Shah’s significant contributions to film and television, vowing they would never be forgotten.

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar conveyed his shock, highlighting Shah’s versatility and outstanding performances across both the big screen and television. He extended his deepest condolences to Shah’s family and legions of admirers, acknowledging the void left by his departure.