Shah Rukh Khan pays tribute to Saroj Khan

SRK calls her "first genuine teacher in the film industry"

Shah Rukh Khan on Friday mourned the demise of Saroj Khan, saying that the late choreographer was his "first genuine teacher in the film industry".
"My first genuine teacher in the film industry. She taught me for hours how to do the 'dip' for film dancing. One of the most caring, loving & inspiring persona I have ever met. Will miss you Sarojji. May Allah bless her soul. Thank u for looking after me," Shah Rukh tweeted.
The prolific choreographer passed away after a cardiac arrest early on Friday. She was 71.
Saroj Khan was diabetic and had complained of breathing problem last month, following which she was admitted to Mumbai's Guru Nanak Hospital. Over the past few weeks, she had been experiencing multiple health issues, though she had tested negative for Covid-19.
The last rites were performed at Malad burial ground.
Khanis survived by her husband, son and two daughters.