Baba Siddiqui’s murder: From Riteish Deshmukh to Saqib Saleem, celebs mourn his death
NCP leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui was murdered on Saturday, October 12. Riteish Deshmukh, Saqib Saleem, Raj Kundra and other celebrities condoled his death.

NCP leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui was shot dead on Saturday, October 12. After his death, many celebrities including Riteish Deshmukh, Saqib Saleem, Mahhi Vij, Raj Kundra, Arjun Bijlani, Shamita Shetty and others expressed their condolences via social media. ,
Riteish Deshmukh condoled the demise of the former minister and wrote, “Extremely saddened and shocked to know about the tragic demise of Shri #Babasiddiqui ji, which cannot be expressed in words – my condolences to @zeeshan_iyc and entire family.” May God give them the strength to overcome this difficulty.” The perpetrators of this horrific crime must be brought to justice.”
May we express our utmost sorrow and shock to learn of the tragic demise of Shri #babasiddiqui Yes – my heart hurts @zeeshan_iyc And the entire family- may God give them the strength to courage in this difficult time. The perpetrators of this horrific crime must be brought to light… pic.twitter.com/zjNLnspbrp
-Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) 12 October 2024
TV actor Mahhi Vij posted a collection of pictures of the late leader, his daughter and herself on Instagram. She expressed her sadness at his passing and said how lucky her daughter Tara was to have known her. He wrote, “We love you forever. Still can’t believe the one who protected and pampered us all. Tara.” Where is it? hey my baby Tara (Where is Tara? Tara, my baby). We will never hear these words again. Tara is lucky to have so much love from you.”
She further added, “The most kind, generous and loving Baba. We all felt very safe and didn’t know how to cope. As the tears flow, I just want to say that we had you, and We lost you. You gave us so much.” very tiger you are and always will be (You are a lion and always will be). We love you.”
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Social media influencer and actor Faisal Shaikh shared his condolences on (sic).”
“Inna lillahi wa inna ilahi rajiun”
Deeply saddened by the demise of Baba Siddiqui. A true leader and pillar of the community. His legacy will live on. May Allah grant him the highest position in heaven – Ameen#babasiddiqui pic.twitter.com/5N2QbVlk45
– Faisal Shaikh (@Mr_Faisu_07) 13 October 2024
Saqib Saleem broke down after receiving the news of Baba Siddiqui’s death. His post read, “Heartbroken to read about Baba Siddiqui’s demise. My conversations with him were always filled with warmth and love. May his soul rest in peace. Strength and prayers to the entire family in this difficult time. May he seek justice.” Pray for the people.” Those who were behind this should not be spared.”

Shilpa Shetty’s husband and businessman Raj Kundra shared that he is ‘devastated by the untimely loss of Baba Siddiqui Bhai.’ Sharing an emotional note on Instagram, she wrote, “A man who epitomized kindness, bringing people together wherever he went. My partner has lost not only a brother-in-law, but a guiding light, whom he calls a second father.” Baba, your loss is unbearable, but those responsible will answer for it.”

Arjun Bijlani wrote, “RIP @babasiddiqui!! I can’t believe it (I can’t believe it)!!! Why, why (sic).”
Tear out @babasiddiqui Can’t believe it!!! Why…why…why!! – Arjun Bijlani (@Thearjunbijlani) 12 October 2024
Aly Goni shared, “May your soul rest in peace Baba Siddiqui ji. You will be missed. What a gem we have lost.”
May Allah rest your soul Baba Sadiq ji.. You will be missed a lot 🔠What a gem we have lost.. – Aly Goni (@AlyGoni) 12 October 2024
Shilpa Shetty’s sister Shamita Shetty expressed her grief and wrote, “Shocked to hear about Baba Siddiqui!! What happened!!! May his soul rest in peace and may his family have the strength to deal with this terrible loss. ” ,
Shocked to hear about Baba Siddiqui..!! What is happening!!! May his soul rest in peace and give his family the strength to deal with this terrible loss!! #ripbabasiddique
– Shamita Shetty ðŸæ‹ (@ShamitaShetty) 12 October 2024
Baba Siddiqui, 66, was shot near the office of his son Zeeshan Siddiqui on Saturday night. After this he was taken to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai.