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Legendary Actor Vinod Khanna's Demise Leaves Bollywood Mourning

A void that can't be filled.
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One of Hindi filmdom's favourite stars, Vinod Khanna, breathed his last on Thursday in Mumbai. He was reportedly suffering from bladder cancer.

Having arrived on the scene in the late 1960s, Khanna soon made his a mark in the film industry, featuring in iconic films such as Amar Akbar Anthony, The Burning Train, Qurbani, and Mere Apne. He acted in a total of 146 movies and won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Haath Ki Safai in 1975.

Khanna was also the sitting Bharatiya Janata Party member of the Lok Sabha from the Gurdaspur constituency in Punjab.

Many prominent industry figures paid their respects to the "most handsome" actor on Twitter.

His screen presence is unparalleled even today...his super star swag is what we grew up on....RIP #VinodKhanna ...thoughts and prayers....

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) April 27, 2017

Johar, who has also produced the upcoming 'Baahubali: The Conclusion', said that the film's team had decided to cancel the premiere which was to be held on Thursday evening.

#VinodKhanna ji had a magnetic charm & persona. Both on & off screen. He was kind, affectionate & helpful. Loved his panther like walk. 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/q01Hmqxbdp

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPkher) April 27, 2017

Other notable personalities also took to the platform to mourn his death.

Shri Vinod Khanna had an illustrious career in films and politics. He carved a special place in the hearts of millions of Indians. 1/2

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) April 27, 2017

In Vinod Khanna ji,we have not only lost an actor par excellence but an outstanding politician, an irreparable loss for Indian cinema & BJP.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) April 27, 2017

Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of one of the most charismatic actors #VinodKhanna ji.

Om Shanti !

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 27, 2017

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