Bollywood's first superstar: Rajesh Khanna passes away
"He is no more," a family friend told IANS.
He was admitted to the Lilavati Hospital July 14 following "weakness", and was discharged Monday. His family - estranged wife Dimple Kapadia, daughters Twinkle and Rinke were reported to be by his side.
His actor son-in-law Akshay Kumar, Twinkle's husband, had also rushed back from shooting abroad.
Last month, Khanna was admitted to the hospital and spent two weeks there before he was discharged.
The actor had been battling health issues since April 1, when he was admitted due to weakness and fatigue.
Fondly known as Kaka, Khanna, who featured in hits like Aaradhana and Amar Prem in the 1970s, was out of the limelight for many years.
The actor began his career with Aakhri Khat in 1966. He became a popular name with his work in films like Raaz, Do Raaste and Aradhana and was crowned “superstar” after he delivered 15 consecutive solo super hits.
He had married Dimple Kapadia in 1973. They separated in 1984.
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Its a great loss for the movie loving pakistanis. We all mourn his death.
DOn't cry Pushpa, I hate tears , he said. But I cannot help crying (ofcourse I am not Pushpa either).
At last people shows that humanity preveils irirespective of their identity
Loss of a gem and an icon. RIP Rajesh Khanna.
Very sad news. He was one of my favorite Indian movies heroes. God rest his soul in peace.
He was a good Superstar.He did a great job :) Rest in peace(RIP)
Here is a clip of his death in film Anand. Very good dialogue and superb direction
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbbRzRfWu5E
Safar, Annad and Aradhana were my favourite movies from Rajesh Khanna [RK]. His superb acting will be remembered for a long time.
He was very good by Bollywood standard,he was acting when I was about to leave for USA,I was little older than him,if you want to live longer,one has to eat drink and live a healthy life,no point in judging him,he lived the way he wanted,RIP ,dear friend,time to say good bye.His Anand,I think was last bollywood movie I saw,it wasn't bad by Bollywood standard,same masala mellow drama.He was a good looking guy.RIP.
It is amazing how fitting the following poem written by Sahir and spoken by Rajesh Khanna in the Movie Dag is to his real life. Mai To kuchh bhi nahi – Muj ko itni Muhobbat na do Dosto
MAI TO KUCH BHI NAHI- POEM FROM MOVIE-DAAG http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SeCgXUetgqo
Every one has to go. I wish all of us could understand and prepare ourselves before that hard journey. I am very afraid of it.
His style dies with him. As no one copy it.
Legends also have an END. (Rest in Peace - RAJESH KHANNA)
Kaka ji, every "mastani shaam" will remind us of you "yeh shaam mastani" RIP- Rajesh khanna- you will live for ever in the hearts of millions through your work.
@Usama: Nope. As far as I remeber, Kaka did not do any rape scenes on screen. I think it was Praan Chopra he was talking about
RIP!!!
A great actor that will always be remembered
Cannot find words to describe my true feelings! He was my childhood hero. I have tears in my eyes. Grew up with his beautiful movies. In 70s & 80s, he was the real hero & he made Amitabh Bachnan by agreeing to act with him. You were great! We lost a great hero.
Kaka, you will be missed and live forever in hearts of your fans.
He is the guy Amir Liaqat was trying to remember in his famous youtube video
he was a fabulous actor his style and delivering of dialogue was superb........ legend never dies.............
great actor ... a legend .... RIP !!
A towering personality, a pioneer of world cinema. Rest in peace, you will be remembered.
Great Actor. He will always remain in our hearts and we would always cherish his dialogue delivery. It was so unique. May His soul rest in peace.
@Sharjeel khan:
Reading ur comments, I can easily assume u ought to visit an aalim ASAP... that is if ur not the representative of the so called "LIBERALS"...
God bless him in eternal life!!
One of the Greatest Actor of Indian Cinema. He will always remain in our hearts. May his sould rest in peace.
black day for bollywood!!!!!!!! the first superstar gone,will miss u forever rest in peace babumosiah....
My favourite hero passes away.RIP
god bless him
A true legend actor, his popular songs will remind us his lovely smiling face..RIP
Pushpa! I hate tears..RIP Rajesh Khanna
RIP ! babu moshai
I'v my full condolences to the family & feel gloomy about the passing away of the respected artist.May god bless his eternal soul .
Zindagi Ik Safar Hai Suhana.. Yahan Kal Kiya Ho Kis Na Jaana.
RIP Rajeesh Khanna. You were a Legend.
May Allah grant him a place in heaven and give his family the strength to bear his loss.
He was a superb actor! We will miss him for ever.
This is quite sad.... he was a great actor...
A legend leaves us. He had given us countless hours of entertainment. RIP Kaka, your handsome looks will forever be missed.
Thats sad news.. just watches his movie the other day...RIP
A true STAR!
RIP may you get a good next life
Om shantih shantih
sad