RIP Jagdeep: Bollywood thanks the veteran for decades of entertainment

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who starred with Jagdeep in many films including Sholay and Shahenshah, said it was his honor to work with the late actor.

He wrote in his blog, "Jagdeep... the actor of exceptional comedic repertoire, passed away... He had crafted a unique individual style of his own... and I had the honor of working with him in several films. (sic)"

Veteran lyricist and screenwriter, Javed Akhtar praised Jagdeep for his versatility.

He wrote, "Jagdeep saheb had first appeared on the screen as a winsome child artiste in films like Do bigha Zameen. As a young man he played highly emotional and dramatic roles in films like Bhabhi, Patang. Comedy was his second successful inning. Great talent, underused Good bye sir (sic)."

Anil Kapoor called Jagdeep one of greatest actors of India, adding that he was extremely supportive and encouraging.

He tweeted, "Jagdeep saab was one of the greatest actors of India... I was his huge fan and was lucky enough to have worked with him in Ek Baar Kaho and many more films... Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to my friend Jaaved and family."

In a heartfelt tribute, actor Kunal Kemmu thanked the late actor for the "decades of giggles, tickles, laughter, and entertainment," that he brought to the audience.

He tweeted, "You will always be missed and remembered. One of the few names that brought smiles to faces just by the very mention of your name. Love and prayers to the family (sic)."