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Fahad Mustafa, Meesha Shafi and other Pak celebs pay tribute to Om Puri

Fahad Mustafa, Meesha Shafi and other Pak celebs pay tribute to Om Puri

The veteran Indian actor passed away after a heart attack early this morning
Updated 06 Jan, 2017

Veteran Indian actor Om Puri passed away early this morning, reportedly after a massive heart attack.

Hundreds took to social media to express their shock and sorrow over his loss.

His admirers included many Pakistani celebrities who — like his Actor In Law co-star Fahad Mustafa said — remembered him for his work and "humble and loving nature".

Meesha Shafi fondly remembered the time she spent with him on the sets of The Reluctant Fundamentalist:

As did her co-star Riz Ahmed, who called him one of his role models:

Humayun Saeed remembered him for his courage

Sarmad Khoosat didn't have words to express his grief:

Mahira Khan remembered him as a superior artist:

Yasir Hussain shared a picture with his tribute:

Sad morning...RIP om puri #ompuri #rip #only66 #greatactor #

A photo posted by yasir hussain (@yasir.hussain131) on

Mawra remembered him for his support for Pak-India peace:

Sanam Saeed sent her condolences to the family:

Humaima Malick remembered him for the legend that he is.

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changez khan Jan 06, 2017 12:42pm
Truly sad news. A great film industry legend no more with us. Always loved to watch his movies. RIP.
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majid Jan 06, 2017 12:42pm
RIP Legend. You will be remembered in Pakistan for long time.
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Samad Chaudhry London Jan 06, 2017 01:02pm
He was a great actor, a humanitarian and loved Pakistan. Rest in peace.
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