Closed-circuit video images showed the bus veering sharply in the road before crashing from a bridge and sinking within seconds
State-run All India Radio confirmed the news on their Twitter handle.
Shashi Kapoor was born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) during the British Raj. He is the 3rd and the youngest son of Prithviraj Kapoor, the younger brother of Raj Kapoor and Shammi Kapoor.
In 2011, he was honoured with the Padma Bhushan by the government of India. In 2015, he was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
END OF AN ERA! Veteran #Bollywood actor #ShashiKapoor passes away at 79 after prolonged illness pic.twitter.com/ONgnUqJO6D
- Doordarshan News (@DDNewsLive) December 4, 2017
Veteran Bollywood actor #ShashiKapoor passes away in Mumbai after prolonged illness.#RIP pic.twitter.com/LShH17IpEJ
- ALL INDIA RADIO (@AkashvaniAIR) December 4, 2017
Oh no! Remember #ShashiKapoor as someone who always laughed and was happy in his movies. If you can spread joy, you have lived a good life.
- Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 4, 2017
Saddened at his passing away. Shashi Kapoor a legend and actor will be remembered for generations for his great work in cinema
- Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 4, 2017
#ShashiKapoor ji is no more... An era comes to an end... Thoughts and prayers with the family... RIP. pic.twitter.com/A0SJzf5o8x
- taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 4, 2017
One of my favourites passed away today. A handsome charming gentleman who entertained us for 40+ years. His endearing smile will be embedded in my memories.
RIP #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/wXM0YSoQ45
- Jaaved Jaaferi (@jaavedjaaferi) December 4, 2017
Sorry to hear of the demise of Shashi Kapoor, well-known actor, with a repertoire of Indian and international films. His support for meaningful cinema as a producer and pivotal role in the theatre movement in India too are cherished. Condolences to his family #PresidentKovind
- President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 4, 2017
One of the most iconic dialogues ever, #ShashiKapoor . You will continue to inspire future generation of actors. Condolences to family and friends. pic.twitter.com/QBoLf7IlPb
- Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 4, 2017
Shashi Kapoor's versatility could be seen in his movies as well as in theatre, which he promoted with great passion. His brilliant acting will be remembered for generations to come. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2017
RIP Sir. You will be deeply missed by all?? #ShashiKapoor pic.twitter.com/Bkr48vvtKp
- Bipasha Basu (@bipsluvurself) December 4, 2017
Saddened by the demise of legendary actor Shashi Kapoor ji. His contribution to Indian Cinema is monumental. Shashi ji's passing away marks the end of an era. My deepest condolences to his loved ones, colleagues and fans. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti!
- Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) December 4, 2017
Closed-circuit video images showed the bus veering sharply in the road before crashing from a bridge and sinking within seconds
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