Dubai: Bollywood actress Sridevi died on Saturday night after a suspected cardiac arrest. She was 54.
Update:
The Kapoor family has issued a statement saying: “Boney Kapoor, Jhanvi, Khushi and the entire Kapoor, Ayyappan and Marwah family is deeply bereaved and shocked with the untimely loss of Sridevi Kapoor. They thank the entire media for their prayers, support and sensitivity during their time of grief.
"Late Sridevi Kapoor’s body will arrive in India tomorrow. We will update you on all further information as and when it’s available to us."
Sridevi’s body likely to be flown home on Monday
The body of legendary Indian actress Sridevi, who died in Dubai on Saturday night, is likely to be flown home on Monday.
Sridevi’s body could not be repatriated on Sunday as the final investigation reports from Dubai Police were not ready by late evening, officials dealing with the legal formalities told Gulf News.
By 5.45pm, official sources confirmed that Sridevi would not be sent home on Sunday. They also expressed hopes that the repatriation can be completed by Monday.
Authorities in Dubai had been trying to assist Sridevi’s family to send her remains to Mumbai at the earliest on Sunday.
Indian business tycoon Mukesh Ambani had reportedly offered to fly her back home in his private jet.
As confirmed earlier by Indian Ambassador to the UAE Navdeep Singh Suri and Consul General of India in Dubai Vipul, Indian Consulate representatives had been coordinating with Dubai Police and other authorities concerned.
However, the procedures could not be completed before office hours in local departments here, sources said.
A team of officials from Dubai Police conducted the postmortem and forensic investigation. However, the final reports were not issued to start the remaining procedures for repatriation like embalming by evening.
“This will take time,” an official source said around 4:15pm.
Sridevi reportedly died of a heart attack after collapsing in a bathroom at Jumeirah Emirates Towers late on Saturday night.
The actress and family were in town after attending her nephew and actor Mohit Marwah which took place in Ras Al Khaimah.
A relative representing the family was allowed inside along with a representative of the Indian Consulate to talk to the officials at the mortuary of Dubai Police Headquarters.
Sridevi reportedly died of a heart attack after collapsing in a bathroom at Jumeirah Emirates Towers late on Saturday night.
The actress and family were in town after attending the wedding of her nephew and actor Mohit Marwah which took place in Ras Al Khaimah.
Her brother-in-law, Sanjay Kapoor, confirmed news about the actress' death, saying that she died at around 11.30pm.
Life and times: Who was Sridevi Kapoor?
The actress was reportedly with her husband and daughter in the UAE to attend the wedding of her nephew, actor Mohit Marwah, in Ras Al Khaimah.
Bachchan: "I don't know why I am feeling uneasy"
Mumbai: Ageless beauty, vibrant, beautiful, brilliant and iconic -- the Indian film fraternity outpoured its love for Sridevi as the news of her sudden death of the veteran actress left the country shocked.
Hours before the news of Sridevi's death surfaced, megastar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted: "Na jaane kyun, ajeeb si ghabrahat ho rahi hai [I don't know why I am feeling uneasy]."
From southern movie stars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, veterans such as Anupam Kher, Hema Malini and Madhuri Dixit-Nene and younger celebrities such as Farhan Akhtar and Alia Bhatt -- celebrities were in disbelief of Sridevi's demise at the age of 54.
"I'm shocked and very disturbed. I've lost a dear friend and the industry has lost a true legend. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I feel the pain with them. Sridevi, you will be missed," tweeted Rajinikanth, who featured with her in the 1989 hit ChaalBaaz.
Kamal Haasan, her co-star in Sadma, one of her most evocative performances, said: "Have witnessed Sridevi's life from an adolescent teenager to the magnificent lady she became. Her stardom was well deserved. Many happy moments with her flash through my mind including the last time I met her. Sadma's lullaby haunts me now. We'll miss her."
Actress-politician Hema Malini wrote: "Sridevi's sudden passing away has left me in deep shock. Can't imagine how such a bubbly person, a wonderful actor, is no more. She has left a void in the industry that cannot be filled. Boney is a good friend and I've seen their daughters grow up. My prayers are with the family."
Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli wrote: "The first Lady Superstar of the Country. Fifty of those 54 years as an actress par excellence. What a journey...and such an unexpected end. May your soul rest in peace."
Before her entry into Bollywood, the actor had been a known face in South Indian films. She made her debut as a child artiste in Tamil film Thunaivan in 1969. She also worked in Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada films.
Sridevi was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour, in 2013.
Actor Anupam Kher, who worked with Sridevi in movies such as Lamhe, ChaalBaaz and Karma, said: "Am I having a horrible dream. Sridevi no more? This is so so sad. And so so not fair. One of the most brilliant, elegant and talented actresses ever. The queen of Indian cinema. And a friend. Worked with her in so many movies. So many amazing memories."
He said he wants to remember her as "happening, vibrant, brilliant, beautiful, bestest and unique".
Sridevi was in Dubai with husband Boney Kapoor and their younger daughter, Khushi, when she breathed her last. Her older daughter, Jahnvi, who is due to make her Bollywood debut, was in Mumbai.
Sridevi and the rest of the family was in Dubai to attend a family wedding, and she exuded elegance in her appearances -- photos and videos that are now being shared on social media as her "last".
Author Chetan Bhagat wrote: "She never seemed to age, and now she is suddenly gone. We grew up watching her, and she was still going strong. Can't believe she's not there anymore. God bless her soul."
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar recounted his time with Sridevi from Lamhe.
"My first job in 1990 was on Lamhe and this song Megha re megha was the very first time I saw this legendary actor create her incredible magic on screen. From Sadma to 'ChalBaaz', from Mr.India to Chandni, it was impossible to take your eyes off her when she appeared on screen.
"A true star. A gifted actor. A woman with tremendous dignity. Gone too soon. RIP Sridevi. Sad sad day."
Her Chandni co-star Rishi Kapoor wrote: "Woken up to this tragic news. Absolute shock. Sad. Heartfelt condolences to Boney and their two daughters!"
Madhuri Dixit-Nene said, "The world has lost a very talented person who left behind a huge legacy in films".
Akshay Kumar (below) tweeted: "Shocked beyond words to hear about the sad and untimely demise of #Sridevi. A dream for many, had the good fortune of sharing screen space with her long ago and witnessed her continued grace over the years. Thoughts and prayers with the family. RIP."
Actor R. Madhavan described her as a legend of Indian cinema.
"Our industry will never be the same again. She was the kindest soul apart from being a Giant performer. The heavens are lucky."
Actress Alia Bhatt tweeted: "Nothing makes sense. I have no words... just completely shocked. RIP Sridevi. My icon forever. Love you."
Composer Vishal Dadlani wrote: "Srideviji was a megastar in her own right. She put the early cracks in the glass ceiling and paved the way for female megastars that came after her. Her reinvention and comeback has been brilliant too. We lost more than a star, today. We lost a pioneer."
Actor Vivek Oberoi described her as a "legend, an enigma, a superstar whose brilliance dazzled us for decades".
"Srideviji, you will live forever in our hearts," he added.
What we know about Sridevi's death:
Bollywood journalists say this video was taken just "a few hours" before Sridevi died.
Heart attack
Sources told Gulf News that the actress was staying at a Jumeirah Group hotel in Dubai. But it is not clear if she suffered the heart attack while in the hotel.
Authorities in Dubai are assisting the family of Indian actress Sridevi, who died of a cardiac arrest.
Sources told Gulf News the legendary actress had collapsed in the bathroom.
Her body is currently at the police headquarters morgue in Al Ghusais.
When contacted, Jumeirah Group refrained from commenting.
Sridevi’s friends in the UAE mourn her death
Bollywood legend's body to be flown from Dubai soon
In a statement to Gulf News, the group said: “We are unable to comment on any matter under investigation by police. We appreciate the media's understanding and cooperation."
Business tycoon Mukesh Ambani has reportedly offered to fly the Bollywood legend's remains back to India in his private jet from Dubai.
Meanwhile, India's Consul General of India in Dubai Vipul told Gulf News: “We are in touch with Dubai Police and other authorities to expedite the repatriation of the body.”
Suri told Indian media that Dubai Police were engaged in preparing the forensic report. “As soon as they finish the local government’s formalities, we will provide documents from our side, which is death certificate and cancellation of passport.”
He said he is also in touch with Sridevi’s husband Boney Kapoor.
Asked about the media reports from India stating that Sridevi’s body would be reaching in Mumbai by 2pm, he said: “I don’t think so.”
A few fans and some social workers and consulate officials have reached the police mortuary.
Photo: Ahmed Ramzan
Usman Mohammad Ebrahim, an engineer in Dubai, said he was one of the first people to reach the morgue to get a last glimpse of his favourite actress.
“I’m a great fan of her from her childhood days. I have seen her films as a child artist. She is the only actress who has acted as a daughter and heroine with many big actors. Nobody can replace her. This will be a big void which nobody can replace in near future.”
Lamhe (1991): It may not have been a blockbuster, but Yash Chopra was lauded for making a film far ahead of its time. The love story between a young girl (Sri Devi) and a man old enough to be her father (Anil Kapoor) was seen as a brave piece of filmmaking.
Absolutely shocked to get the report about untimely demise of #Sridevi
Conveyed my condolences to the family.
Our consulate in Dubai is working with local authorities to provide all possible assistance.— IndAmbUAE (@navdeepsuri) February 25, 2018
Kovind, Modi mourn Sridevi’s death
Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday mourned the death of veteran actress Sridevi, who died in Dubai after suffering a cardiac arrest.
"Shocked to hear of passing of movie star Sridevi. She has left millions of fans heartbroken. Her performances in films such as Moondram Pirai, Lamhe and English Vinglish remain an inspiration for other actors. My condolences to her family and close associates," the President tweeted.
Modi also took to Twitter, saying: "Saddened by the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi. She was a veteran of the film industry, whose long career included diverse roles and memorable performances. My thoughts are with her family and admirers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace."
Saddened by the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi. She was a veteran of the film industry, whose long career included diverse roles and memorable performances. My thoughts are with her family and admirers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 25, 2018
Shocked to hear of passing of movie star Sridevi. She has left millions of fans heartbroken. Her performances in films such as Moondram Pirai, Lamhe and English Vinglish remain an inspiration for other actors. My condolences to her family and close associates #PresidentKovind— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 25, 2018
Bollywood heavy-hitters expressed both shock and sadness, with actress Priyanka Chopra declaring it's "a dark day".
I have no words. Condolences to everyone who loved #Sridevi . A dark day . RIP— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) February 24, 2018
I just heard Ma’am Sridevi passed away due to a massive cardiac arrest. I am in shock...cant stop crying...— sushmita sen (@thesushmitasen) February 24, 2018
Really Shocked and disturbed to hear that Sridevi Ma’am is no more #RIP#Sridevi 🙏— Sidharth Malhotra (@S1dharthM) February 24, 2018
Iconic films
Sridevi has known for her performance is some of the iconic films like Mr India, Nagina, Sadma, Chaalbaaz, Chandni among many others.
The recipient of Padma Shri was last seen in Mom in 2017. In 2013, she was given Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award.
Sridevi is survived by her husband and film producer, Boney Kapoor, and their two daughters.
Shocked, devastated
The news of death came as a shock for everyone in the film industry.
Priyanka Chopra expressed her condolences "to everyone who loved Sridevi". She described the actress' death as a "dark day".
"Absolutely devastated to hear about the passing of Sridevi. What a dark black terrible moment in time. Gutted," Nimrat Kaur said.
Sushmita Sen said she was "in shock...can't stop crying."
Sridevi was a veteran actress with many hit films to her credit, including the 1989 movie Chandni. She was last seen in the 2017 film, MOM.
She made her acting debut with the 1978 film Solva Sawan. She gained commercial success five years later with the Jeetendra-starrer Himmatwala.
Her 1993 hit, Gumrah, earned her critical acclaim.
After starring in Judaai, she took a 15-year break from movies, but came back in 2012 in English Vinglish.
She was regarded as the first female superstar of Hindi cinema. She was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian honour in 2013.
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