Rishi Kapoor's demise: Manish Malhotra & others share their memories of the actor

The tragic news of Rishi Kapoor's death came earlier today. The actor was battling cancer and was admitted in HN Reliance hospital on Wednesday. Many celebrities from the Bollywood fraternity have been taking to social media to express their grieve at the loss of one of the finest actors of Bollywood. From Manish Malhotra to Boney Kapoor, many celebrities shared their experiences and the memories they have of Rishi Kapoor.

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Manish Malhotra

Boney Kapoor

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A message from Rishi Kapoor’s family:

"Our dear Rishi Kapoor passed away peacefully at 8:45 am 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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