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Amrish PuriBollywood star dies
Amrish Puri, veteran Bollywood actor, has died at the age of 72 in Mumbai from a brain haemorrhage.

You sent in your tributes to Amrish Puri. Read a selection of your e-mails below.

Michael Alexander Kearsley, Macclesfield
Sort of Bollywood's closest equivalent to Boris Karloff - silent menace, driven egomaniacal style speeches and the sort of soft tones just before they do something really nasty, and yet they could both play good people and in real life apparently both were noted for their friendliness and decency. I heard an obituary of Amrish Puri on Brief Lives on Radio5Live this morning (23/01/2005) as well as to Parveen Babi who died recently, think I slept through the rest of the programme - it will be on the Listen Again site though.

Satyen Gohil, London
A true star of the Indian Cinema. His role in Mr India as Mugambo was one of the best villain roles ever. May he rest in peace.

Amna from UK
I was very sad to hear the news this morning. Not only was he brilliant when playing villians, but also had the charm to play likeable characters too. He'll be sorely missed.

Alka -Kenya
Great Actor and I appreciated him asa hero in all the movies he acted in . Will miss him alot. My condolences to the family.

Debbie, USA
Gone, but definitely never will be forgotten.

Vicky, Romania
I was really so upset when I got this news by one of my friend..I felt sad, he was a precious gem of India and we lost that gem.

Farah, New york
Absolute brilliant actor. He will be greatly missed. He was one of the first actors to bring Bollywood into Hollywood when he performed so brilliantly in Indiana Johns and the Temple of Doom. Our prayers go out to his family. Rest in peace.

Kaiser Mukhtar, Hong Kong
I did like him indeed more than other hindi actor especially his role in Shararat together with Abhisheck

Bella, UK
It's a shame losing such a brillant actor and he'll be missed by all his fans. May he rest in peace.

Sangita, Toronto
May God rest his soul in peace. An amazing actor, unfortunately he did not win the many awards he deserved.

Shalendra Gosai, Fiji
Indeed a very sad news. He was a great actor and even a better person who will be misssed by all his fans.

Mona Rizvi
Amresh Puri You will live as long as Urdu and Hindi movies live.You were the greatest villan produced in Indian subcontinent so far.You did your best to please us may God rest you in peace.

Syed Ali Rizvi,Dublin
There is no other villan as impressive as Amresh Puri,be it Indian or even Hollywood film.Hate to write late with his name.But God rest him in peace and give his family patience.We were also his family.

Faizan Butt, Bristol, UK
I and along with millions of people around the world was saddened to hear the loss of the veteren Bollywood actor Amrish Puri. Not only was he a fine actor but also an amazing human being. Actors will come and go but the characteristics of Mr Puri will be irresplaceable. My prayers and sympathy are with his family and friends who have lost a great soul. 'Live each day as if it were your last...u never know what tomorrow may have in store'!! The twinkle in Bollywood has disappeared but the shine will live on...Great loss to the industry!

Hazel, London
I will miss those staring, menacing eyes and that wonderful resounding voice, best seen DDLJ.

Sujit Menon, Mumbai
India has really lost a superb actor. His voice, his height, his variety of roles he has played, and the star attraction of his screen presence has made him a bollywood legend. I actually felt sad when I heard the news of his death. He really requires a salute and a fitting tribute for his works of art. Nobody of the present generation of actors can match his aura, genre and calibre in delivering quality work. I pray for his soul to rest in peace. India has lost a Hero in a villian of yesteryears.

Vijay, Uk
His face was always a familiar sight as I grew up. No Amrish Puri, then no hero's, simple as that! God Bless.

Nisha Patel, Birmingham
God always takes the best people, what more can I say? This day is unforgetable, Bollywood will never be the same again, it really has been a huge loss for the indian film industry. No vilian will ever be able to replace Amrish Puri. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family at their time of need.

Rajni Popat (U.S.A.)
I never missed any his movies the character he played. He played Good and Bad I enjoyed and see his movies oldies I and my wife miss hih I pray god for soul rest in peace

Gopal, Auckland
I learnt of Mr Puri's passing today. One by one we are losing our legends. Recently we lost M S Subbalaxmi, Mehmood and now Amrish Puri. They seemed inseparable with their times. No one can take away thier impact on their times and the times to come.

Fiza, Singapore
I feel very very sad on hearing his death. May the great bollywood villain actor rest in peace

Temmy, United states
My condolences to the family of Mr Puri. I an not a indian, yet i really enjoyed watching Mr Amrish Puri in Hindi movies. i really liked with him the first time i saw him in the the movie "Karan Arjun". i fell in love with him in the movie "Chori Chori Chupke Chupke".I will greatly miss him. i pray that may his soul rest in peace. Let's all try to celebrate his life.

Ratul Grover, USA
It is sad that Indian cinema has lost such a great actor. His versatility is evident from the number of movies he is worked in and he has been fanstastic in every role he performed. He'd surely be missed by movie buffs like me.

Navroz, Pakistan
Its so sad that Amresh bhai is not among us any more. My hats off in your respect. You will be in our hearts forever. We will miss you forever.

Debbie, USA
Mr. Puri will go down in India movie history and he will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Sash, West Mids
A great actor, very talented, performed many different roles suited all of them, may he rest in peace. Condolence to Amrish's family and friends.

Raju (Pleasanton - USA)
Mr Puri, Hats off to him. "Thanks for many many years of pleasure "....GREAT STAR.

Melbourne
No doubt we have lost such versatile actor. Ranging from cruel villain to loving father, from comedy to serious scenes. He was on top. He will be missed for years.

Prashant Vaid UK
Mogambo Hamesha Kush Rahega.......a legend has departed leaving a void that will never be filled.

Deena, Bham
I am totally saddened by the loss of Bollywoods greatest Villians. May he be In our thoughts at this moments of time and hope his family do recover.

Rajendra, London
What a tragedy to lose such a unique, upstanding Villian, Mr Puri will be missed dearly by his fans and fellow co actors.

Simran (Hall Green)
I am so upset by seeing a loss to the bollywood movies, I loved all his movies and will be very very upsetting not seeing him in movies anymore, may his family cope with his departure, I loved his role In mega hit movie Mujhse Shaadi Karoge.

Raj Kaur, B'ham
A great loss to not only the Hindi Fim Industry but the International Film Industry. A man of incomparable talent, impeccable vesatility and robust screen presence. He has touched the hearts of many and unfortunately, there will be no other to take his place. Farewell Puri Ji. May you rest in peace

Gurdas, Manchester
What a fabulous Villian we have all lost, I pray to Wahi Guru to let his soul rest In peace.

Irum. Derby
A great actor, who will be missed my many.

Sayed Hashimi from Kabul
it is hard to accept that he has pass a way ,but his name will not forget.

Dev R ,Netherland
He was really big actor from Bollywood,very sad we 'll missing him,rest in peace

Davinder Lotay
We will all miss his great presence on the screen. He will be irreplaceable in the type of roles he played in movies. - Was a legend and we will sadly miss him on the big screen.

Dev from Rotterdam-Holland
I cant believe the great bollywood actor is going. With me and many people's 'll missing him, may he rest in peace

Shafiq, Afghanistan-Kabul
It was a shocking new, peace up on him.

Salman, Canada
he was best of the best....his voice had an immense power..listening to him was like he was standing in front of you...he will be missed a lot...RIP

Seema & Vishaal UK
We will miss his acting dearly. May he Rest in Peace

Manni, UK
I was really shocked to learn that a great actor like Amrish Puri is no longer with us in the bollywood industry. All I can say there will never ever be a talented and respectable actor like him. He was one of those actors who could fit into any role whether it was a villain like Mogambo or Bauji from DDLJ. He will be missed. May God rest his soul in peace and give strength to his family.

Sweety, Canada
Its a shame to loose such a marvellous and well respected actor in the industry. I pray that God give his family the strength to deal with his lose. He'll be missed trebbily, Rest In Peace.

Rizwan, USA
Great Actor. The roles that he played can not be replaced by anyone in bollywood. Very sad new. I hope his soul rests in peace

Winston Farrer U.K.
I am extremely in dibelief and shock to know such a great actor is no more.His stunning performace gave life to every movie which he was as in imaterial if the storyline was poor.He had a superb voice for the types of role he played.There was no need for him to carry a gun to play villian his voice was enough.He will be missed very much.

Ali Reza Askani Baloch, Canada
I have met Amrish Puri in 1999 in New Delhi, India. It was great feeling meeting such a legend actor. He was not only a great actor but a good and lovely human bieng. God Bless Him...

Suzy UK
I first became aware of Am Puri watching Temple Of Doom and kept an eye out for him thereafter, So much presence on the screen! I hope Bollywood will share even more actors and actresses of the same calibre with us.

Abbas UK
Amrish Puri was very much entertaining. I still can't believe that he has died. May he rest in peace

Neera, Birmingham
I can't believe that he is gone. I've grown up watching his movies, especially Mr India. I loved his films and may his soul rest in peace. God bless.

Bijal, Leicester
Very sad news indeed, may his family find solace in knowing how much he was admired and loved as both actor and 'The man'.

Mahendra , Sydney Australia
The great actor's sudden depart will be missed by all and creating a gap in Bollywood . May his soul rest in peace

Manj Uk
A man we've all grown up with..... he'll surely be missed.

Faisal Waseem, Huddersfield,UK
Man! Amrish Puri was the king, none but none can replace him. Undoubtably Bollywood lost its Best.

Sweety, North America
Its a shame to loose such a marvellous and well respected actor in the industry. I pray that God give his family to strength to deal with his lose. He'll be missed trebbily, Rest In Peace.

Meenab, London
Bollywood has lost its indian favourite villain, for the hero is nothing without the villain and he brought them alive. May his soul rest in peace.

Asiya, Dublin
It's hard to believe he's gone. Bollywood has lost one of it's most versatile and talented actors. May his soul rest in peace.

Adil, Bham
RIP, a great Villian.

Kiran, Leicester
What a fantastic person we have lost, a bubbly, joyful role model and a wicked performer.

Inma from Hounslow
May he Rest In peace, and always be remembered as a great actor.

Askara, London
It was so saddening hearing the news of Amrishs death, his acting was always brilliant, RIP.

Ajay Chowdhary, UK
We are all terribly upset at the death of Puri uncle. My parents have known him for over 30 years. As terrifying as he may have been on screen, he was equally as nice off screen. He would always visit us whenever he was in London. I will never forget how he took time out of his busy schedule to see my father who was sick in hospital. We will all miss him terribly.

Anshul, NY, USA
I became Amrish Puri’s fan when I was little in India and watched Mr. India. His strong voice along with him adopting the role he was playing, weather it was a villain or a father in any movie made him one of the most memorable individuals in bollywood. My father loved every scene he was in Dilwale Dulhanya Le Jayenge especially at the end when he lets his daughter run to her true love. There really is no end to the list where his performance was beyond outstanding. Him passing away breaks all his fans hearts. I’ve heard from my cousin who has met him on several occasions that he was a very nice, down to earth individual. He will be missed greatly by his fans and we will miss seeing him in movies in the future.

Neha, USA
Mr. Puri will surely be missed by millions of his fans around the world. May his family find the strength to cope with this tragic loss. My condolences go out to his family and friends in the film industry.

Arun, Palo Alto, USA
I was extremely saddened to hear about Amrish Puri's death. His commanding stature (including his voice) made him stand out among all the other stars. Sad day indeed.

Faisal Ahmed, Small Heath
An absolute genius, Arish Puri is Bollywood and always will be Bollywood. He will never leave our hearts. Respect to the man!

Amritpal, Leciester
I am very sad that this brilliant actor had to pass away and the best film I thinks he's ever done was 'Mr India' and 'Indian Jones and the Lost Temple' they were brilliant films and could have never been done with out Amrish Puri and RIP my friend.

Amit, London
An immense loss to Hindi Cinema and India a great ambassador of Indian theatrical talent overseas. Roles in Shyam Benegals films are also haunting reminders of what this guy could do. A huge tragedy. God rest his soul.

Bharti - Solihull (W-Mid)
It is really sad that Amrish Puri has died,actually I was really shocked and couldn’t believe it for once, but when I heard it on the BBC Asian Network Radio when I was on my way to work in the morning, I was really upset. I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I didn’t know what to say. His acting was really good, he was so talented. The roles that the directors gave him all suited him, whether it was a villain or comedy or playing a grand-father. I’ve never met him in person despite I have been to Mumbai so many times.Mr India was a brilliant film, the role suited him, I actually still watch it now, its one of my favourites film. I have seen all of his films and they are very good. May god bless his soul in peace?

Arbab, Bradford
Can't Believe i'll never watch him again on the big screen. Well atleast he's left us with classics we can watch over and over, no one can take those away from us. RIP

Imy, Dewsbury
He was and will remain the face on INDIAN cinema ... A true legend !!!

Vidia, Virginia, USA
What a great actor, and will be missed by many. My heart goes to his family in this time of sorrow.

Baldeep, UK
He was a great actor, loved watching his films, RIP

Vivek, Cardiff, UK
Although he always played a villain in reel life, he was a complete contrast in the real world, a real gentleman, a devout Hindu and a good man, shall miss him for sure.

Jagjit Ryatt, Plumstead
I was shocked to hear that Amrish had passed away. He was a great actor and he will always be a true legend to the bollywood industry. People come and go, but legends live forever.

Alee, Pakistan
I was in shock when heard the news. We lost such a great actor, I wish I could be at his home this time.

Kajol, Italy
I was shocked to hear that Amrish Puri has passed away, nearly had tears in my eyes. His acting was brilliant in all his films. He will surely be missed by his fans. I liked him a lot, nobody can replace him. May his soul rest in peace.

Mustansar Ali (Pakistan, Sargodha)
Legends are always Legends, So they are alive in our thoughts and Minds Amrish Puri was a greatest Actor of Bollywood.

Jagdidh from London
He was great man will be missed no one will replace him god bless him.

Shiran, Dubai
RIP Mr. Puri, You an amazing and the one of the best Actor/Villian

Habib Ahmed, Birmingham
I can't believe Amrish Puri has died, I have watched him all my life from the days or Indiana Jones to today's Aitraaz. It’s such a shame that he is no longer with us but he will always be in everyone’s minds as the Greatest ever Bollywood Actor. Peace!

Mani Singh, USA
He was my favorite hero. Loved his movies. He made every moment intresting in all the films. SURELY will miss this person.

Kuldeep, Dartford, UK
A hugely entertaining and talented actor. Also came across as a modest "nice guy" in real life.

Taimur, UK
‘MUGAMBO KHUSH HOWA’! These words come into my mind when ever I see or hear of Amresh Puri!!! Bollywood has lost an excellent villain!

Narinder, Manchester
What a great loss to the Bollywood film industry, may he rest in peace and stay In our hearts as one of Indias greatest actors.

Sham, UK
Its sad to hear that a famous giant actor has passed away earlier on Wednesday morning, he will be sadly missed.

Partap Mangar
He will be missed in the by all watching indian movies. He was a wonderfull actor.

Taz, Birmingham
A Great Human Being and best for being the bad man in films, He will be missed mostly for doing some films as a good man. May you R.I.P. Magambo!

Vanisha, London
A great actor I will never forget! I love the film of him in ‘Pardes’ and ‘Mr India’! I am a great fan of him in the great films he has done and may he rest in peace. God bless.

Prajakta Kulkarni
He was a really great actor no doubt about it,but the important thing is that he was a very good human being.But the sad part is Bollywood industry is was not bothered about his illness.....but one thing is sure he will always remaim in peoples mind where he ruled them....Rest In Peace.

Zes, Bradford
Great actor, really sad to know how it happened, never forget his roles in DDLJ. RIP

J, UK
RIP Amrish Puri, you will be truely missed...May Magambo stay 'khush' for ever!

Dinesh, Edinburgh
A great actor, Mogambo will surely be missed!

Yousaf, Northwood
A legend has passed away, a gap that can never be filled up.

Devinderjeet
Very sad news He will never be forgotten was a true hero and a great legend very sad will be missed greatly

Michelle, UK
Sad to see such a wicked actor go. He’s going to be missed...rest in peace xx

Varun, UK
He was a great actor, Its very sad to hear this now that we'd just appreciated his performance in Hulchul. Hope he finds peace in God's abode.

Aman, USA
A great loss to Film Industry.We will miss him.

Prakash, Leicester
A true legend his dance DDLJ will never be forgotten.

Lilly, UK
No comparison. No one can replace him. Film Industry will miss that versatile character. Rest in peace.

Aisha Nelson
A very talented legend, a strong actor, he'll be missed- RIP- may his soul rest in peace.

Blackburn
He was a Fantastic actor. A great Legend. An inspiration to Bollywood. No one will ever be able to take his place. It's very sad that he's gone. But he will always be remembered as a tribute to the Bolywood Industry.

Dinesh, UK
I was really shocked when i saw this news on web. I saw his latest movies "Hulchal" this Monday. He was a great actor. I some time try to copy his voice in between my friend circle. It is really sad news for any Bollywood Fan. I would like to pray with god for peace of his soul & may god gives power to his family members to face this situation. We will always miss this Great Star.

Tashi, USA
I am a great fan of Amrish Puri. I am saddened to learn his death. He was such a talented actor, who has won over millions of heart. My heartfelt condolences to his family and May his soul rest in peace!

Vaishali, London
A brilliant actor. Will be missed. 'Mr Mugambo', may he rest in peace.

Bilal, Leicester
Amrish Puri was one of the greatest actor, bollywood has ever produced. The gap after his death can not be filled. May God bless hi soul.

Ranjitpal Kullar
Its a sad day for the film industry, he was surly a very good actor, I wish to pass on my best wishes to his family in their sorrow. He will be truly missed.

Keran Kullar, USA
He was a very good actor, I was very impressed with his acting for a kid my age who has grow up with him from the UK to USA I have watched all his films. He was a good role model, for budding young actors to follow he could do any role he wanted to.

Himesh, Great Gidding,Cambs
A great actor .All my english friends at school knew him from Indiana Jones!

Rajesh K Gosai UK
Amrish Ji was truely one of the best actors in the industry. Which other actor could play such a diverse selection of roles. From evil villian to loving father. The first real Bollywood star to be reconised in Hollywood. We are so proud of him. Will miss you truely.

Ali, Birmingham
A great actor and bollywood legend. He will be sorely missed

Niki, Manchester
He was a really good actor and his death has been shocking news, will be missed and my he rest in peace.

Jazz England
Im very sad to hear what a GREAT actor passed away, I will miss his villian roles and his deep voice, no one can come close to replacing him in the film industry. My heart goes out to his family. RIP Sir Amirish Puri

Sabi, Leicester
Amrish Puri will be missed dearly. He was a fantastic actor. Condolences to his family. May he R.I.P

Shafiq, Birmingham
Great actor lost!! Will never forget his roles in Ardh Satya and Gardish.

Rida, Blackburn
An amazing actor, he could be the most evil person in the world in one film and change to the most likeable character in the next, truly versatile, and truly believable, he will always live on through his movies. RIP Amrish Puri.

Farida, North London
Very sad news - I'm still kinda in shock since I heard the news. I know my family and I will miss being entertained by the only hindi actor who looked terrifyingly angry as a baddie from Mr India to Indiana Jones. The legendary father you wouldn't want to upset, but I'm sure he was very sweet by heart.

Baldish USA, was from UK
Its a sad day for the film industry. He was a very good actor. For his age he did wonderful roles very sadly missed.Not enough actors like him.

Deepak , Birmingham
Fantastic actor with strong personality. I am sad to hear the news. He will be missed by millions all over the world.May God Bless his soul and may he rest in peace. Wonderful actor.

Manal, London
Truly, truly unforgettable.He epitomised the villain character and yet, there's always some indescribable funny elements in his acting talent (cf. dilwale, indiana jones and the temple of doom, Mr.India, etc). Gone is another bollywood legend.

Ann, USA
What a great man, may he rest in peace. May god help his family throu this time.

Preeti, USA
Today I have very shocked when i read this news. He was a very good actor. I liked him very much.

Zeeshan, Dudley
l feel so sad that he is no longer with us. He was a good actor l likes his work in Mr India.

Charles Aspin
He really was a great actor and Will be missed greatly.

Faisal Ahmed, Birmingham
An absolute genius, he will be hugely missed all over the world. What a great actor. There will only ever be one Amrish Puri.

Shere Punjab Singh
Now he has gone, will there be another one to replace him? I doubt it very much. Rest in peace Amrish.

Aliyah, Dudley
Sad to hear the loss. He was a very good actor, doesn't matter which role he got. May he R.I.P.

Yashoda Coventry
He will be missed a lot, RIP, he was good In whatever role he did especially Villain!, loved his acting in ‘Hulchul’.

Alisha, UK
I remember watching his films from a young age, no matter what role he played, he did it to the best of his ability. a great loss to Bollywood.

Manisha , USA
Really sad to hear such a brilliant actor is no longer in this world. God bless his family. He truly was one of a kind.

Harman, USA
When I heard the news last night, I couldn't believe it. He was indeed one of the best veteran actors and will not be forgotten.

Jo, Nottingham
It is a terrible loss!! He was a brilliant actor, with the ability to entertain all! The Bollywood industry and its audience have just lost their greatest actor! RIP!

Sanjeev, USA
Great actor,will be missed greatly. RIP

Jessi, Birmingham
It's so sad to lose an amazing star like Amrish Puri, he will be missed by millions, keep it real, all fans.

Manisha, Toronto, Canada
He was the greatest actor who was never recognized for his contribution to the film industry...Never received any achievement or best actor award ... to my knowledge. Will be sadly missed.

Mathew Samuel, Chicago
He was a great actor, he will always in alive in our memories, his role in DDLJ was the best example how a NRI father should be. God bless his soul.

Reena
Amrish Puri will always live on in our hearts. He was an amazing actor and person, I feel very sad that we have to say goodbye to a great legend.

Neelem, Leicester
He was a great actor no matter what role in a film he acts as.

Jan, Derby
What a loss for the Bollywood film industry? He has done so much for the film industry and will be remembered in our memories.

Samira Miah, NorthLondon
Bollywood has lost one of the great actors of all times. May he rest in peace.

Mita, San Francisco
That's very sad that the greatest Amrish Puri is gone. We all will miss hime dearly. He was one of the best. My prayers goes to his family at this difficult times.

Laki Derby
A legend, great actor and did Indian cinema proud. Also preformed brilliantly in the Indiana Jones Hollywood Movie did us Indians proud! Great loss to the industry!

Hafiz Tanveer Mohsin ,Pakistan
Bollywood has lost its magic.....I can't express my words more than that.

Dev, Manchester, England
He was a great actor, I could remember watching him in Mr India when I was little, who will never be forgotten....Rest in peace!

Salim Quraishy, UK
From eastern to western movies...only one mugambo, a true stage, art actor who played any role as if he was the character. Will be missed. RIP

Birju, Leicester
He was a top actor and its a big lost for us and the Bollywood film industry. I am going to miss him a lot. RIP

Mandeep, Canada
It's just sad news that Bollywood lost another great actor. He will be missed a lot.

Waqar, Rashid, Junaid from Nottingham
R.I.P. Mr Puri. You were the greatest villain ever! You will be in our thoughts always.

Anita U.S.A.
He really was good actor, no matter what role he played. He will be greatly missed!. Rest In Peace.

Nipa, Sunderland
One of the few actors who was able to epitomise the role of the villain in Bollywood cinema.

Nadia, Uk
He will be greatly missed, RIP Amrish Puri.

Shyam Sunder Kumawat , India
He was best actor of Bollywood film industry. Everybody called him "Mugembo". We lost a great personality.

Saiqa, Stourbridge
May god bess his soul. He was a GREAT and funny actor and we will miss him..

Randy, Toronto
Its very sad and shocking to hear a veteram actor, Amrish Puri, has passed away. Thank you for all the memorable roles you have given us in Bollywood history. May your soul rest in peace.

Nasar, Coventry
A legend that won't be ever replaced. Loved his line from Meri Jung 'Uloo ke pathey mein cupboard mein houn' - the stary eye balls and the messed up hair.RIP and thanks for your contributions to Bollywood cinema.

Abs, Manchester
One of the very few legends that was left. Now we are one GREAT actor down.

Seidi, USA
How sad! I loved this great man. I pray that his family my get some comfort after this great loss. God bless.

Big Kab, Accrington
I am very sad to hear the news of Amirish Puri he was a legend in Bollywood and will be very hard to replace.

Nadia, UK (Dundee)
He was a great actor and had a place in all our hearts, and will be always remembered and never forgotten. RIP

Jaz, S.London
A sad farewell to a fantastic actor and human being who made movies worth watching. May your soul rest in peace.

Meher Prakash Bojja, Kolkata, India
He was great-great actor, Bollywood have no replacement for Amrish puri, god bless his soul.

Zaf, UK
Amrish Puri must be the only man in Bollywood to have the most number of blockbuster hits! Qurbani,Vidhata, Ram Lakhan, Mr India, Dilwale Duhaniya Le Jayenge, Gaddar, Virasat, Ghayal, Naseeb, the list is endless. There will never be another like him.

Jas UK
Contributed so much to the Indian film industry, will be sorely missed. RIP

Bharti, Milton keynes
Sad to hear the news, a great actor will be truly missed.

Gagandeep Sodhi, London
A true legend in every sense.....

Tej Kumar Rijal, Pokhara, Nepal
I am very much sorry to read in BBC news about the death of Amrish Puri. Really he was a great actor and he had such great art of acting and we all of the Nepali who see Hindi movies are really missing him, I would like to pray with god for his believed soul peace in the heaven and the god gives his family the ability to face the very painful situation.

Rohit Puri, UK
One of the true GREATS. Will be missed greatly as he set the ground for the modern Indian villan

sunpal, coventry
He was a really good actor and we all loved him. I can't believe he is no longer with us.

Amrik, UK
He really was a great actor and will be missed by millions of his fans. RIP

Shanaz, North East
Its a shame to loose such a great star....an amazing human being and a very talented actor....Rest In Peace.

Dev Purohit, UK
I was very sad to hear the news this morning. Not only was he brilliant when playing villians, but also had the charm to play likeable characters too. He'll be sorely missed.

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