Sidharth Shukla.Photo: Prodip Guha/Hindustan Times via Getty Images
Bollywood actor Sidharth Shukla died on Thursday. He was 40.
Shukla began his career as a model. In 2005, he became the first Indian to win the “Best Model of the World” contest in Turkey, perCNN News 18.
Sidharth Shukla.Milind Shelte/The India Today Group via Getty Images
In 2008, he made his television debut onBabul Ka Aangann Chootey Naand in 2014 he had his Bollywood debut in the filmHumpty Sharma ki Dulhania, according to the outlet.
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Shukla also appeared in several reality shows such as his wins onBig BossandFear Factoras well as hosting duties onIndia’sGot Talent, per the outlet.
Many Bollywood stars and fans expressed their condolences on social media following his passing.
“Saddened to hear of the untimely passing away of the young and talented Siddharth Shukla. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and well wishers May his soul RIP#SiddharthShukla,” cricket player Yuvraj Singhwrote.
“Shocked and sad to know about Sidharth Shukla. Gone too soon. Prayers. Rest in peace,” actor and comedian Sunil Grovertweeted.
Singer Neha Kakkarwrote, “My heart and brain is numb right now……. Can’t believe……. Rest in peace Siddharth Shukla Condolences to his Family and Fans.”
“No words! Literally numb. Siddharth Shukla you left too soon buddy! Galat baat RIP,“saidsinger Rahul Vaidya.
“This is so unfair. Gone too soon Sidharth. Rest in peace brother. You will be in our hearts forever. My deepest condolences to his family, friends & fans,” actor Rajkummar Raoadded.
source: people.com
