'Most genuine person to have worked with.' 'Bigg Boss' host Salman Khan remembers Sidharth Shukla; co-stars Varun Dhawan & Alia Bhatt pay tribute
Shukla, who started as a model, rose to fame after his hit TV show 'Balika Vadhu'.
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Actors such as Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan and others took to social media to pay their condolences to Shukla's family.
TV personality and actor Sidharth Shukla passed away on Thursday after being rushed to a hospital in Mumbai. He was 40. His sudden demise has come as a major shock to everyone. People from film and TV industry remembered the actor as they paid their tributes.
Actors such as Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan and others took to social media to pay their condolences to Shukla's family.
"You shall be missed," wrote Bollywood actor Salman Khan, who's association with the 'Balika Vadhu' star goes way back to the time when Shukla had entered 'Bigg Boss' house for the show's season 13. He came out as the winner of the show that season.
"Gone too soon Siddharth.." the 'Bigg Boss' host further said.
Gone too soon Siddharth.. u shall be missed. Condolences to the family .. RIP��
According to a PTI report, Shukla suffered a massive heart attack on Thursday morning. The actor was brought dead to the city's Cooper Hospital, PTI reported quoting an official from the hospital.
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Shukla, who started as a model after getting a degree in interior designing, rose to fame after his hit TV show 'Balika Vadhu'. After conquering the television world and becoming a known name in every Indian household, the actor moved towards silver screen with his Bollywood debut 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' with starred Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt in lead roles.
Dhawan, who worked with the actor in the film, shared a picture on Instagram with a note as he remembered Shukla. "You are loved by so many and you touched so many with your kind heart and beautiful personality," Dhawan said.
"Today heaven has gained a star and we have lost one. My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones," he further added, "RIP brother."
Calling him the most warm, kind and genuine people to have worked with, Alia Bhatt remembered how Shukla would always be smiling and stay positive. "My heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones and his fans who loved him so so deeply! Rest in peace!" Bhatt posted a picture with Shukla and Dhawan on her Instagram Stories as she paid a tribute to the late actor. Shukla is survived by his mother and two sisters.
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TV Star, 'Bigg Boss' Winner & Instagram Influencer: The Many Shades Of Sidharth Shukla
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TV and film actor Sidharth Shukla, who gained major recognition for his role in TV show 'Balika Vadhu', passed away on Thursday. He was 40. The actor was rushed to the Cooper Hospital in Juhu on Thursday morning after having a heart attack where he was declared dead on arrival. The 'Big Boss 13' winner is survived by his mother and two sisters.
TV and film actor Sidharth Shukla, who gained major recognition for his role in TV show 'Balika Vadhu', passed away on Thursday. He was 40. The actor was rushed to the Cooper Hospital in Juhu on Thur..
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Shukla, who became a household name and a huge TV personality, started his career as a model. He made his acting debut with a lead role in the TV series called 'Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na' in 2008. That was just the beginning for the actor who later appeared in several TV shows such as 'Jaane Pehchaane Se.... Ye Ajnabbi', 'Love U Zindagi', 'Sasural Simar Ka' and also the very famous show 'Balika Vadhu', which gave Shukla's career a major push.
Shukla, who became a household name and a huge TV personality, started his career as a model. He made his acting debut with a lead role in the TV series called 'Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na' in 2008. ..
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After making a name for himself on the small screen with several hit shows, Shukla got his first film in Bollywood in 2014. The actor made his debut on the silver screen with film-maker Karan Johar's 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' where Shukla had a supporting role opposite Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt. Shukla won the 'Breakthrough Supporting Performance' award in 2015 for his role in the film.
After making a name for himself on the small screen with several hit shows, Shukla got his first film in Bollywood in 2014. The actor made his debut on the silver screen with film-maker Karan Johar's..
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For Shukla, there was no limit when it came to winning the hearts of audiences. In 2013, the actor appeared in the sixth season of dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Ja' which was judged by Madhuri Dixit, Karan Johar and Remo D'Souza. While the actor didn't win the show, he surely won his fans all over again. In 2014, Shukla appeared in his second reality show, this time as a host for 'Savdhaan India'.
Shukla then bid adieu to 'Balika Vadhu' in 2015 and hosted 'India's Got Talent 6 before entering stunt reality how 'Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7' in 2016 where he emerged as the winner. Later, Shukla returned as the host for 'India's Got Talent 7'. In 2019, the actor entered 'Bigg Boss' house for season 13 and came out as the winner of the show.
For Shukla, there was no limit when it came to winning the hearts of audiences. In 2013, the actor appeared in the sixth season of dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Ja' which was judged by Madhuri D..
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Just like several achievements and fame, the late actor also fell into a lot of trouble. In the past, the actor has been arrested for rash driving, which resulted in an accident as he hit three vehicles.
In 2014, the actor was caught drunk driving and had to pay penalty for the offence. There were also reports of Shukla being unprofessional on sets and rude to his co-stars, often making impolite remarks during shootings. Some of the actors who worked with him, have even alleged that the actor had a tantrum and would often touch his female actresses inappropriately.
Just like several achievements and fame, the late actor also fell into a lot of trouble. In the past, the actor has been arrested for rash driving, which resulted in an accident as he hit three vehic..
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Shukla had a strong presence on the Internet. tThe actor was pretty active on social media and kept his fans updated on his life and work. On Instagram, the actor has over 3.8 million followers who'd shower him with love every time he posted a picture or a video on his official account.
Shukla had a strong presence on the Internet. tThe actor was pretty active on social media and kept his fans updated on his life and work. On Instagram, the actor has over 3.8 million followers who'd..
