EVERGREEN SRIDEVI - A LEGEND BORN TO ACT| In Memoriam - Page 45

The legendary actress and the first female superstar of Indian cinema passed away last night. The reason for her death is said to be a massive cardiac arrest. She was 54 and it is said that her cardiac arrest was so severe that she couldn't be revived. There is no official statement from any of her family member except for a quote from Sanjay Kapoor, her brother-in-law confirming her demise. Also read: Did you know 13 year old Sridevi played a mother to 25 year old Rajinikanth?

Sridevi was a mother to two daughters Janhvi and Khushi. She also was a stepmom to Arjun Kapoor and Anshula Kapoor, the children of Boney Kapoor from his first wife. Since the time Arjun made his debut in Bollywood there were quite a few speculations about him not being a cordial relationship with his stepmother. And that he held grudges against her.

After several speculations and rumour, Arjun opened up about his equation with his stepmother Sridevi. He revealed to Niranjan Iyengar in an interview that they share a cordial relationship with each other and there is no ill will or animosity between them. Also read: Shah Rukh Khan's Zero will be Sridevi's last film

When asked if he held anything against Sridevi. he had stated,

I am sure I've had various degrees of emotions against her (Sridevi) and him (Boney Kapoor). I only look forward. I try make it a point not to dwell on what could have, what should have...

When he was asked about his relationship at that moment with Sridevi, he had said,

It's very cordial. I respect anybody in my father's life the same way because he would expect me to do that. So I respect her and don't wish ill towards anyone. That's how I follow...

When asked about the reports that she is quite encouraging of Arjun's career and chats with her, Arjun clarified,

I am sure she is but not me per se. As in, I've never sat down face to face with her and had a chat about how she liked my work or is she following. I am sure she is, but we never had like... I am sure I've spoken to you more in this interview than I might have about my work with her. You know it's one of those, there is a decent understanding understanding of two people to maintain a certain equation because we love a certain man who is in between both of us, as simple as that.

The legend of Sridevi will live on through her various films and performances. May her soul rest in peace.

Update: Forensic report has been released to the family members of Sridevi. Body to be released soon. Repatriation process begins.

The Kannada film fraternity expressed shock and grief over the sudden demise of actor Sridevi, who died of a cardiac arrest in Dubai late on Saturday, as it cast a shadow of gloom over the ongoing 10th edition of the Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes).

Before the day's schedule began on Sunday, BIFFes officials mourned the untimely death of the veteran actor, who had proven her acting prowess in films irrespective of language. Members, officials, patrons, actors and technicians offered their condolences.

Sridevi has acted in a few Kannada films in her five-decade career in celluloid. She had acted in Bhakta Kumbara (1974) directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy along with Dr. Rajkumar, Leelavathi, Manjula and others as child artist. Her other films as a child artist include Bala Bharata, Sampoorna Ramayanam and Yashoda Krishna. Later, she essayed a role in Hennu Samsarada Kannu (1975) directed A.V. Sheshagiri Rao along with yesteryear Kannada stars Srinath, Manjula, K.S. Ashwath, Balakrishna, Shivaram, Ashok, Leelavathi. This was in fact actor Ashok's first Kannada film opposite Sridevi.

Sridevi acted opposite Ambarish in Priya (1978), which was made in Tamil and Kannada by S.P. Muthurraman. Star-turned politician Rajinikanth also essayed a major character in this film. Priya was a blockbuster and ran for over 175 days in the theatres and still considered as huge box office hit.

Her co-star in Bhakta Kumbara and Hennu Samsarada Kannu, Leelavathi recalled the time when Sridevi sought her blessings. "She was glamorous actor who grew up in front of our eyes and is now no more," said a teary-eyed Leelavathi.

Tributes

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah paid rich tributes to departed actor. In his condolence message, Mr, Siddaramaiah, who is also a film buff said he was deeply shocked by the sad demise of Sridevi, who was an epitome of beauty. Her death has created a vacuum in the Indian film industry, he said.

Union Minister Ananth Kumar, former chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy also paid tributes to departed actor. Mr. Ananth Kumar, in his tweet, said: "Deeply saddened to hear the tragic news of sudden death of versatile actor, #Sridevi. She will be remembered for her brilliant portrayal in many unique roles. Condolences to her family & fans.

Ambulance arrives at morgue to receive Sridevi's mortal remains and prepare her for the onward journey to Mumbai. The area has been cordoned off.

Breaking: We are getting to hear reports that Sridevi's death was due to 'accidental drowning'. No heart attack mentioned in the autopsy report. This means this is an accidental death, as per reports, we are getting. Please standby for confirmation.

JUST IN: 'Sridevi's death due to accidental drowning; No criminal motive, death by drowning' #RIPSridevi

#FLASH Forensic report says, #Sridevi died from accidental drowning (Source: UAE's Gulf News)