‘Articulate, Sharp, Accessible’: Bollywood Condoles Sushma Swaraj

Bollywood celebs and sportsperson’s pay tribute to former Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj after her demise.

Netizens condoled the demise of former Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj, who passed away in New Delhi on Tuesday, 6 August, after suffering a cardiac arrest. While many users on Twitter remembered the 67-year-old leader for her contribution as the external affairs minister, others remembered her legacy as the first female chief minister of Delhi.

As Swaraj breathed her last, Bollywood celebs took to twitter to condole the “people’s leader’s” death.

Deeply shocked and saddened to hear about Sushma Swaraj ji’s sudden demise.
A graceful and honest leader, a sensitive and selfless soul, a keen understanding of music and poetry and a dear friend. Our former external minister will be remembered fondly.

— Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) August 6, 2019

Swaraj was born on 14 February 1952 in Haryana’s Ambala Cantt. She entered politics in early 1970s and in November 2018, she announced her retirement citing health reasons.

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Here is a look at how Twitter remembered her legacy:

#SushmaSwaraj ji, may your soul rest in peace. 🙏🏻

— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) August 6, 2019

@SushmaSwaraj जी के निधन की ख़बर ने मन को झकझोर दिया है। ऊपर वाला ऐसी शख़्सियत वाला इंसान बहुत मुश्किल से बनाता है। आज ना केवल देश ने, बल्कि पूरे विश्व ने एक महान महिला नेता को खो दिया है। मैंने अपने जीवन में ऐसे वक्ता ना सुना है और ना ही देखा है। ओम् शांति।🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/zo9J0AIeUk

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) August 6, 2019

“Articulate, Sharp and Accessible”: Bollywood on the ‘People’s Leader’

Scores of Bollywood stars also took to Twitter. From those who supported her ideology, to those who differed from it, all celebrities remembered Sushma Swaraj as one of the finest leaders of the modern times.

Deeply saddened that Sushma Swaraj has passed away.Inspite of political differences we had an extremely cordial relationship. I was 1 of her Navratans as she called us during her I and B ministership and she gave industry status to film. Articulate sharp and accessible. RIP

— Azmi Shabana (@AzmiShabana) August 6, 2019

T 3251 -
'मृदुभाषी, सम्मोहक वक्ता,
मिलनसार, दुखहर्ता।
सुषमाजी जैसों का रिक्त स्थान कभी नहीं भरता।।' ~ Ef V pic.twitter.com/upWSXevwaH

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) August 7, 2019

Rest in peace @SushmaSwaraj ji. You were the most amazing parliamentarian and the minister and always there for your constituents . I will miss you and am sure we all will miss you .

— Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap72) August 6, 2019

RIP #SushmaSwaraj ji. She epitomised dignity, commitment to democratic norms, grace in politics. A brilliant parliamentarian, a fine bilingual orator, a humane foreign minister- she was inspiring. I differed with her ideology, but greatly admired her resolve & work ethic. 🙏🏿🙏🏿

— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) August 6, 2019

#RIPSushmaSwarajJi ...an amazing leader, orator and minister..... condolences to the family...🙏🙏🙏

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) August 6, 2019

A huge loss for India- An outstanding orator, an absolute patriot, a tall leader @SushmaSwaraj Ji is no more. As an Ext Affairs minister she was always accessible to every Indian who was in need of help. My deepest condolences to the family, loved ones & millions of followers https://t.co/FuHNbQMOGX

— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 6, 2019

A leader who worked tirelessly for the nation, a leader who set an example for millions, a leader who truly defined the meaning of a true Indian is no more but her ideology will stay forever. You will be missed mam @SushmaSwaraj #RIPSushmaJi 🙏

— sonu sood (@SonuSood) August 6, 2019

Aum Shanti.Sushma Swaraj ji .

— Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) August 7, 2019

Deeply saddened by the news of the loss of our dearest @SushmaSwaraj !! A great loss to the nation.. your love and your contribution to our country will always be remembered mam ! Jai Hind!

— Shankar Mahadevan (@Shankar_Live) August 6, 2019

We lost a real daughter of India #SUSHMA SWARAJ JI -I always admired her for her clarity of thoughts speech n actions n above all her dedication towards nation selflessly. RIP 🙏🏽
Subhash Ghai 🙏🏽

— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) August 6, 2019

Extremely sad to hear about the passing away of #SushmaSwaraj ji...she was such a dynamic leader, someone who was unanimously admired and respected by all. My thoughts and prayers with her family. May her soul rest in peace 🙏🏻

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 7, 2019

I hail from Ambala Cantt, same as Sushma Swaraj ji. Always felt proud that a woman from our small town made it big, and made a difference. Sushma ji rest in peace. You inspired me on a personal level. #RIPSushmaSwarajJi

— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) August 6, 2019

RIP @SushmaSwaraj #Respect 🙏 https://t.co/Ywd5nkz8pj

— Sonali Bendre Behl (@iamsonalibendre) August 7, 2019

My family & I are in complete shock to learn the tragic news of dear Sushma ji’s sudden demise. She was a motherly figure for all of us; an extremely respected stateswoman; exceptional orator & a very loving, caring & warm soul. Will miss her dearly.🙏#sushmaswaraj#RIPSushmaJi pic.twitter.com/bJCyKLeIa0

— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) August 6, 2019

Deeply saddened by @SushmaSwaraj 's demise. A true role model.
Rest in peace Ma'am.
Prayers and strength to the family 🙏#SushmaSwaraj

— Gul Panag (@GulPanag) August 7, 2019

This is what she felt just a few hours before her passing .. you will be missed #SushmaSwaraj .. articulate, sensitive yet strong RIP https://t.co/19yBEHHp4R

— Tisca Chopra (@tiscatime) August 6, 2019

Not to forget , what an orator ! Her command over her language was something that you rarely see in a political leader. Her speeches gave me goosebumps. What an inspirational lady 🙏🏻🙏🏻#SushmaSwaraj

— Munmun Dutta (@moonstar4u) August 6, 2019

Sad to hear about the demise of @SushmaSwaraj Ji. Big loss to Indian politics. She was a dignified and committed politician. A great orator and an inspiration to many. Will always remember and admire her active involvement as the foreign minister. RIP #sushmaswaraj

— SONAL CHAUHAN (@sonalchauhan7) August 6, 2019

A great leader, wonderful human being ,fearless lady and a true role model towards women empowerment. Rest in peace #SushmaSwaraj ji🙏🏻

— Yami Gautam (@yamigautam) August 6, 2019

Saddened and deeply shocked to hear about the passing away of our beloved @SushmaSwaraj ji. An astute stateswomen, her contributions for Haryana and India will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to bereaved family members and May God give her eternal peace. Om Shanti.

— URVASHI RAUTELA (@UrvashiRautela) August 6, 2019

Very very sad to know of the sudden demise of of Sushma Swaraj. She was one BJP leader I was extremely fond off. May her soul RIP and May God give her family strength in this moment of grief. 🙏🙏🙏😪 @SushmaSwaraj

— Farah Khan (@FarahKhanAli) August 6, 2019

India has lost its extraordinary leader, minister and personality.. May God bless her soul 🙏 #SushmaSwaraj

— Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) August 6, 2019

RIP. Sushma Swaraj ji.

— Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) August 7, 2019

RIP Sushma ji. Absolutely shocked and devastated to hear about her passing. She was always close to me and was extremely kind, since the early days. My heartfelt condolences to the family & our entire nation for this great loss.

— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) August 6, 2019

She was also the main person to get the copyright amendment bill passed unanimously in 2012. May her soul rest in peace.

— Vishal Bhardwaj (@VishalBhardwaj) August 7, 2019