As news of Kaka’s death spread, the Pakistani papers carried his obituary prominently. The Dawn launched poll on reader’s favourite Rajesh Khanna movie. Social networking sites went viral. Readers of online editions poured out their hearts in grief. Here are some reactions:
THE EXPRESS TRIBUNE
He was a superb actor! We will miss him for ever - Raza Khan May Allah grant him a place in heaven and give his family the strength to bear his loss - Sharjeel Khan Zindagi Ik Safar Hai Suhana.. Yahan Kal Kiya Ho Kis Na Jaana. RIP Rajeesh Khanna. You were a Legend - Mubashir
RIP ! babu moshai - Akhtar
A true legend actor, his popular songs will remind us his lovely smiling face..RIP - Jaffer Ali
One of the Greatest Actor of Indian Cinema. He will always remain in our hearts. May his soul rest in peace - Anjum Ahmed
God bless him in eternal life!! - Aamir
Cannot find words to describe my true feelings! He was my childhood hero. I have tears in my eyes. Grew up with his beautiful movies. In 70s & 80s, he was the real hero & he made Amitabh Bachnan by agreeing to act with him. You were great! We lost a great hero- Riaz Khan. A great actor that will always be remembered - Col Imtiaz
Kaka ji, every “mastani shaam” will remind us of you “yeh shaam mastani” RIP- Rajesh khanna- you will live for ever in the hearts of millions through your work.- Khalid Aziz
Legends also have an END. Rest in Peace – RAJESH KHANNA - Shaikh Zubin Ahmed
THE DAWN
Great , powerful actor… - Tahir Amjad. Great actor he was. My parents were big fans of his old movies. RIP - Pak1
He was a great actor.its place never fill.no body cant his place. Kash he will be Muslim. - Dawoo
A great actor, who gave us great movies. He will remain in our heart forever. - Saad
Great Actor – takes my memory to the past. My Favourite Films – Aradhna, Safar and Anand. Masterpiece actor will be remembered for a long long time. - Dr Saleem Siddiqi
THE NEWS
One of the prominent actors of this sub-continent passed away. Only one in his style. May God rest his soul in peace - Ali Afsar
Another superstar died today, sad day for Bollywood. Rajesh Khanna was one of my super star after Shami Kapoor. May God rest his soul and give courage to his family members - Taj Ahmad
Another great giant of the show-biz left this world. What a great actor he was. He will be missed for a long time to come - Riaz Khan
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