Indian celebs shocked and devastated as Air India Plane Crashes Near Ahmedabad Airport: Live Updates | An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying over 200 passengers, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, crashed immediately after taking off from Ahmedabad airport, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA), on Thursday. The flight was going to London and had 232 passengers and 10 crew members, as per the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The international airport has been shut down till further notice.
Indian Celebs React: Soon after the tragic news broke, celebs, including Akshay Kumar, Alia Bhatt, Shilpa Shetty, Sobhita Dhulipala, Riteish Deshmukh, Janhvi Kapoor and Sunny Deol, expressed their grief over the tragic incident and prayed for the survivors. From South Indian cinema, Allu Arjun and Jr NTR have also expressed their grief. Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Hrithik Roshan and Shahid Kapoor, among others celebs are yet to react.
Anushka Sharma took to her Instagram stories to express her sadness over the news of a plane crash in Ahmedabad, which was carrying over 200 passengers. She wrote, “Saddened to hear about the plane crash today. Thoughts and prayers with the passengers and their families.”
Ram Charan pens an emotional note, expressing grief after learning about the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. “Deeply saddened to know about the unfortunate plane crash in Ahmedabad. My prayers are with all the passengers, crew on board, the affected and their families,” he wrote on X.
The makers of the upcoming mythological drama Kannappa were gearing up for the release of the trailer on June 13. However, owing to the Air India plane crash incident in Ahmedabad, they have cancelled the launch event. It is done out of respect for the lives lost and to stand in solidarity with grieving families.
Kareena Kapoor took to her Instagram stories and wrote, “Absolutely gutted by the news of the Air India crash. Praying for everyone aboard. The passengers, crew and their families. No words for the sorrow this brings.”
Pawan Kalyan extends “deepest sympathies” to the families of passengers in the Air India plane crash. “I am devastated by the tragic Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad. My heartfelt prayers are with all the passengers and crew onboard. While we await official updates, I pray and extend my deepest sympathies to the families during this awaiting tough times. May they find strength and support during these anxious times,” he wrote on X.
TV actor Aly Goni sends prayers to the families of passengers, “Heartbreaking news about the Air India plane crash. Prayers for the passengers, crew, and their families.”
Jr NTR took to his X handle to address the plane crash incident and said, “Deeply saddened by the Ahmedabad Air India flight crash. Prayers and strength to everyone affected. My thoughts are with the passengers, crew members, and their families.”
South Indian celebs have finally started reacting to the tragic news of the plane crash in Gujarat. Allu Arjun is one of the first celebs who took to his X handle to express grief and called the incident “heart wrenching”. He wrote, “Heartbroken by the tragic Ahmedabad Air India flight crash. My deepest condolences to the families of the victims. May their souls rest in peace. Truly heart-wrenching.”
Kartik Aaryan, who is currently shooting with Ananya Panday for their upcoming rom-com drama Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, penned a heartfelt note expressing shock. He wrote, “Shocked, Saddened and Devastated by the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Prayers and strength to each and every one affected by this unimaginable tragedy!!”
Shilpa Shetty took to her Instagram Stories and wrote, “Shocked and heartbroken to hear about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. Keeping everyone on board and their families in my thoughts and prayers during this tragic time.”
Shefali Shah, on the other hand, wrote, “Shocked and saddened by this terrible tragedy. No words or actions can be solace enough but only hopes and prayers for those on board and their close ones.”
Vicky Kaushal is praying for the safety of those travelling in the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad right after takeoff.
Sobhita Dhulipala took to her Instagram Stories and wrote, “Devastated by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Wishing strength to families of those affected, as well as the volunteers and rescue teams on the ground. Prayers for everyone in this difficult time.”
Alia Bhatt calls the Air India plane crash incident “devastating”. Taking to her Instagram Stories, she re-shared a news clip and wrote, “This is devastating! My heart aches for all the passengers and crew… thoughts and prayers with everyone on board and their loved ones…”
Sara Ali Khan is the new celeb to react to the plane crash incident. She took to her Instagram stories and wrote, “Sending strength and prayers to all those affected by the plane crash in Ahmedabad today.”
Sanya Malhotra has joined the list of celebs expressing grief over the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. “This is such heartbreaking news. My heart goes out to everyone affected by the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying for strength, healing, and peace for everyone impacted,” read her Instagram post.
Disha Patani took to her X handle and wrote, “Heartbreaking to hear about the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Holding on to hope that there are survivors and that help reaches them in time. Prayers for all the lives affected — may those lost rest in peace, and may their families find courage to face this tragedy.”
Ananya Panday shared a news clip about the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on her Instagram Stories with folded hands.
Sky Is Pink actor Rohit Saraf penned a heartfelt note on his Instagram Stories expressing shock and hoping for survivors. “Still trying to process the heartbreaking news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. I'm shocked, and deeply saddened. My heart goes out to all the families affected and to everyone who lost someone they loved. Against all odds, I'm still holding on to hope that there are more survivors and fewer injuries than feared. Praying for strength and peace for all those grieving this unimaginable loss,” he wrote.
Sky Force actor Veer Pahariya wrote on his Instagram Stories, “Prayers for Ahmedabad”.
Randeep Hooda took to his X handle to condole the death of those who died in the plane crash in Ahmedabad. He also sent strength to the rescue team. “Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Hoping for survivors and strength for the rescue teams. May the departed rest in peace, and may their families find the strength to endure this immense loss,” he wrote.
Parineeti Chopra took to her X handle and wrote, “Can’t imagine the pain of the family members of the ill-fated Air India flight today. Praying for God to give them strength during this time.”
Sunny Deol took to his X handle to express his shock after learning about the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. He wrote, “Devastated by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying with all my heart for survivors — may they be found and receive the care they need. May those who lost their lives rest in peace, and may their families find strength in this unimaginable time.”
Sonu Sood took to his Instagram Stories and expressed grief over the plane crash and sent prayers for all the passengers. “Prayers for the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad after takeoff to London,” read his note.
Janhvi Kapoor penned a heartfelt note praying for the passengers, the crew and their family members after hearing about the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. “Shaken by the news of the Air India flight crash that took place shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The weight of such tragedies is impossible to put into words. Praying deeply for the passengers, the crew, and every family waiting for answers tonight.”
Riteish Deshmukh wrote, "Absolutely heartbroken and in shock after hearing about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My heart goes out to all the passengers, their families, and everyone affected on the ground. Holding them all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time."
Akshay Kumar took to his X handle and wrote, "Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time."
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