'Evergreen' actor Dev Anand passes away in London

'Evergreen' actor Dev Anand passes away in London 

Evergreen star Dev Anand, one of the icons of Indian cinema, died Sunday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest in London. He was 88.

'His son Sunil came out of the bathroom and saw that Dev saab was not responding. He called the doctor, who said that he had a heart attack. He died at 10 in the night in London,' Mohan Churiwala, Dev Anand's manager, told IANS.

The iconic star is survived by his wife, former actress Kalpana Karthik, a son and a daughter.

As soon as the news spread, a grief-stricken Bollywood offered condolences and recalled his significant contribution to cinema.

Dev Anand began his career with 'Hum Ek Hain' in 1946. However, he got his first big break with 'Ziddi' in 1948.

The flamboyant star is also known for giving big hits like 'Baazi', 'Guide', 'Jewel Thief', 'Johnny Mera Naam', 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna', 'CID' and 'Tere Mere Sapne'.

His last outing as an ator and director was 'Chargesheet', a dud at the box office.

Mourning the demise of the legend, film fraternity Sunday took to Twitter to express sadness over the era that had ended with his death.

Dabboo Ratnani: 'Saddened by the demise of Dev Saheb, Never had the privilege of working with him. His attitude has always been an inspiration...'

Shekhar Ravjiani: 'Man I had the privilege to meet once in my life is no more. A legend Mr Dev Anand. God bless his soul.'

Amitabh Bachchan: 'An era has come to an end .. Dev Anand leaves a void never perhaps to be filled again .. his never give up belief, his joy of life ! Had just met Dev Saheb at his premiere recently .. he was weak but full of spirit ..the newspapers confirming his passing away..He was such a positive person .. never associated death with him.'

Mahesh Bhatt: 'Dev Anand is dead. As the new dawn breaks over Mumbai, I salute the memory of this star who has left us with the glow of his smile.'

Shreya Ghoshal: 'Dev Anand Sa'ab is no more.. Rest in peace...Do you like 2011? We lost so many legends this year... Its true. This year we lost many greats... What legacy of great films n music! He indeed was a man of excellence and passion for cinema.'

Dia Mirza: 'Rest In Peace Dev Saab... Your chivalry, charm, optimism and your great body of work will never be forgotten.'

Anupam Kher: 'Just heard the sad news about Dev Saab. Somehow believed he will ALWAYS be there with us. My first hero...An Institution of optimism. RIP...Dev Saab was Kind, Passionate, Courageous, Forthright, Charming, Encouraging, Contemporary, Always a leader and a Great Human. Will Miss him...So as a Tribute to Dev Saab let's only humm his Songs today. Songs which became such an integral part of our lives. 'Ahbi na jao chodkar...'


Shabana Azmi: 'Dev Saheb robustly lived life on his own terms...he will be missed by millions but will live on thru his movies... I salute his spirit.'

Goldie Behl: 'Rip dev anand ... spread love & a never give up attitude just went ahead and did whatever he wanted... My favorite actor!!!'

Sangeeth Sivan: 'RIP Dev Anand - what a life!!'

Source : Y News