Rishi Kapoor death: Nitin Mukesh,Jeetendra convey heartfelt condolences through their sons

News of the death of Bollywood's beloved 'Chintu' Rishi Kapoor has broken hearts all over the industry so much so that the yesteryear actors, as well as the new-generation actors, have taken to their social media accounts to mourn the actor's death. Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh has shared his grief on the death of 'Chintu uncle' who was a father figure to him. He found it difficult to express the magnitude of the loss through words. 

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However, it was his father, veteran playback singer Nitin Mukesh's message that conveyed the state of shock and bereavement that his family has received at the news of Rishi Kapoor's demise. Nitin Mukesh and Rishi Kapoor have collaborated in many films in the 80s.

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Meanwhile, Tusshar Kapoor also shared his own message of grief through his Twitter account along with one on behalf of his father, veteran actor Jeetendra.

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Statement from Rishi Kapoor's family

"Our dear Rishi Kapoor passed away peacefully at 8:45am IST in hospital today after a two-year battle with leukemia. The doctors and medical staff at the hospital said he kept them entertained to the last. 

He remained jovial and determined to live to the fullest right through two years of treatment across two continents. Family, friends, food and films remained his focus and everyone who met him during this time was amazed at how he did not let his illness get the better of him. 

He was grateful for the love of his fans that poured in from the world over. In his passing, they would all understand that he would like to be remembered with a smile and not with tears. 

In this hour of personal loss, we also recognise the world is going through a very difficult and troubled time. There are numerous restrictions around movement and gathering in public. We would like to request all his fans and well-wishers and friends of the family to please respect the laws that are in force. 

He would not have it any other way."

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