It’s been six years since the tragic demise of legendary actress Sridevi, yet her absence in Hindi cinema has not been filled. Sridevi is remembered for her iconic films like Mr. India, Chandni, Judaai, Chaalbaaz, Laadla and many more. Recently Boney Kapoor and daughter Khushi Kapoor paid tribute to Sridevi. He inaugurated a square dedicated to him in Mumbai.
In a video posted on Instagram, Boney Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor can be seen inaugurating Sridevi Kapoor Chowk in the city. The producer lifts a curtain tied with a rope and presents a photo frame of his late wife, actress Sridevi. His daughter Khushi is also standing with him.
The father-daughter duo is surrounded by a group of people on the road. They all clap together during the opening ceremony as they honor the legacy of the late actress.
Watch the video below:
“Looking at all the previous movies, actually, Sridevi was the best actress in all different roles, she was also the best in comedy, there will be no other actress like her after she is gone #Bollywood is no longer the same… May he break your heart (sic),” read one comment.
“Really happy that they honored the legend, Sridevi. From mesmerizing the nation with her brilliant acting, beautiful dancing and iconic comedy at the age of 4, she gave us a lifetime of talent. This tribute is a testament to that.” A glimpse of what she truly deserves. Looking forward to seeing and paying tribute to her legacy!” One Instagram user wrote.
An Instagram user inserted a red heart emoji. One fan wrote, “Miss you Sridevi ji.”
Take a look at the screenshots of his comments:
Sridevi last made a cameo in Aanand L Rai’s 2018 film Zero starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role. The film also starred Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma in lead roles. Her final film as a lead actress was Mom, a 2017 film that also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a pivotal role.
Late actress Sridevi left for her heavenly abode on February 24, 2018. The iconic star lost his life due to accidental drowning in a hotel room in Dubai.
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