RIP Girish Karnad: Writers, politicians mourn demise
Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of Jnanpith laureate writer and iconic actor/film maker, Sri #GirishKarnad .
— H D Kumaraswamy (@hd_kumaraswamy) June 10, 2019
His outstanding contribution to literature, theatre and films will always be remembered.
In his death, we lost a cultural ambassador. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/s5bfbh0VgE
Heartfelt condolences on passing away of one of modern India's treasures, Girish Karnad. A writer, dramatist, director and actor par excellence, he stood out for his commitment to social upliftment, equality and secularism. It is a huge personal loss too. pic.twitter.com/AdjnFttRJO
— Sitaram Yechury (@SitaramYechury) June 10, 2019
Rest in peace great sir. #GirishKarnad https://t.co/MdsxNna4KE
— Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) June 10, 2019
Mr.Girish Karnad, His scripts both awe and inspire me. He has left behind many inspired fans who are writers. Their works perhaps will make his loss partly bearable.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) June 10, 2019
Girish Karnad will be remembered for his versatile acting across all mediums. He also spoke passionately on causes dear to him. His works will continue being popular in the years to come. Saddened by his demise. May his soul rest in peace.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 10, 2019
#FTII deeply mourns the passing away of Girish Karnad who served as both, its Director for two years and Chairman for 30 months. #GirishKarnad pic.twitter.com/QEYjbx85W6
— FTII (@FTIIOfficial) June 10, 2019