Veteran Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan passed away on Friday morning following a cardiac arrest.
The 72-year-old three-time National Award winner gave her moves to some of the most iconic dance numbers that have ever come out of the Hindi film industry. From "Hawa Hawai", "Kate Nahi Kat Te", "Dhak Dhak", "Ek Do Teen", "Channe Ke Khet Mein" to the more contemporary "Dola Re Dola" and "Ye Ishq Haaye", Masterji, as Khan was fondly known, has a plethora of dancing gems under her name.
"Tabaah Hogaye" from Karan Johar's 2019 film "Kalank" starring Madhuri Dixit, one of Khan's favourite 'students', was the last addition to her illustrious list of songs.
Here is how the celebrities bid adieu to the dance maestro:
Woke up to the sad news that legendary choreographer #SarojKhan ji is no more. She made dance look easy almost like anybody can dance, a huge loss for the industry. May her soul rest in peace 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) July 3, 2020
OMG. Woke up to this terrible news of Saroj Khan passing away. A master of her art. Always received her unconditional love. Had the opportunity to work with her in Billo Rani song from Goal. May God give her soul peace. RIP. pic.twitter.com/RD4QSC2TT6
— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) July 3, 2020
Saroj ji’s name introduced the word ‘choreographer’ to my life. A genius who immortalised stars and the music that defined an era with her iconic work. May her loved ones find strength and courage at this terrible hour. There’ll never be another...#RIPSarojKhan #Legend #Masterji pic.twitter.com/EffYUvX7Ca
— Nimrat Kaur (@NimratOfficial) July 3, 2020
I'm devastated by the loss of my friend and guru, Saroj Khan. Will always be grateful for her work in helping me reach my full potential in dance. The world has lost an amazingly talented person. I will miss you💔 My sincere condolences to the family. #RIPSarojji
— Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) July 3, 2020
RIP #SarojKhan ji... An ace choreographer... A trendsetter, with innumerable memorable songs to her credit... End of an era. pic.twitter.com/pP5mRITvcJ
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 3, 2020
Heart broken ... Rest In Peace #SarojKhan pic.twitter.com/PYkG5Tjpp6
— John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) July 3, 2020
Saddened to hear of the demise of #SarojKhan . She was the one who institutionalised choreography in Indian Cinema. pic.twitter.com/m6NXctJ2mt
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) July 3, 2020
Rest in peace Sarojji.. u were an inspiration to many, myself included. Thank you for the songs🙏🏻 #SarojKhan
— Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) July 3, 2020
RIP Saroji ... I thank God I got a chance to be choreographed by you.. Prayers and Strength to the Family..#SarojKhan
— Genelia Deshmukh (@geneliad) July 3, 2020
Woke up to the heartbreaking news of the legendary choreographer #SarojKhan’s demise. Her iconic dance moves inspired me at a very young age. Rest in peace Saroj Ji 🙏🏼
— Tamannaah Bhatia (@tamannaahspeaks) July 3, 2020
You are truly irreplaceable.
2020 please don’t give any more bad news . So sad to hear about #SarojKhan ma’am . Always dreamt of doing atleast one song Choreographed by her. Your grace and contribution to indian cinema shall always be remembered. May your soul RIP. Strength to the family ❤️
— Rakul Singh (@Rakulpreet) July 3, 2020
#SarojKhan my beloved Masterji. #RIPSarojKhan From Music Videos to films we had a long journey together. Now you’ve left me & gone. I will do & make what we spoke about one day, my promise to you.
— kunal kohli (@kunalkohli) July 3, 2020
I feel extremely sad hearing this news...She was a great choreographer & a dear friend to me. You will be missed Saroj Ji 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/xYODJPSktw
— Johny Lever (@iamjohnylever) July 3, 2020
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