MUMBAI: The untimely demise of Sidharth Shukla came as a shocker for the entire Indian film industry. From friends to fans, everyone is finding it difficult to process the news of his sudden death. Condolences and prayers from all parts of the country have flooded social media.
Meanwhile, a throwback video of Shah Rukh Khan and Sidharth Shukla also began doing the rounds on the internet.
For the unversed, years ago Sidharth had participated in the celebrity dance reality show, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. His partner at the time, Sana Saeed, had enacted the role of Shah Rukh Khan’s on-screen daughter Anjali in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.
During his guest appearance, the Dilwale actor went to the stage to greet the contestants. Shah Rukh Khan hugged Sana and also separated her from Sidharth in a sly manner.
A jovial Shah Rukh Khan further quipped, "Tum shareef ho maine note karliya hai. Tumne zada mere saamne toh badtameezi nahi ki (You are a gentleman that I have noted. You have not resorted to any insolent behaviour in front of me).".
Speaking of the tragic demise of Sidharth Shukla, the initial media reports claimed that the star passed away due to cardiac arrest.
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However later, police said that the exact reason for his demise will only be known once the post mortem report is made available by the doctors.
Reportedly, the actor complained of chest pain and was rushed to the hospital.
As per a leading news agency, actor Sidharth Shukla was declared dead on the spot. "He was brought dead to the hospital. The cause of the death will be known after the post-mortem is conducted... it will take some time.,” said a senior doctor.
Sidharth Shukla has won umpteen hearts with his vivid roles across big and small screens. He is known for his work in TV shows including Balika Vadhu, Bigg Boss 13 and more.
Sidharth had also featured alongside Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt in his debut Bollywood movie - Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania.
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