Pran Krishan Sikand (born 12 February 1920 – died 12 July 2013 ), better known by his mononym, Pran, was a multiple Filmfare and BFJA award-winning Indian actor, known as a movie villain and character actor in Hindi cinema from the 1940s to the 1990s. He acted as a hero from 1940–47 and as a villain from 1942–1991 and played supporting and character roles from 1948–2007. Recently awarded with a Dadasaheb Phalke Award, whose screen presence and charisma hypnotised generations for over five decades, Pran was a phenomenon in himself. He showcased how much weight a villain’s character is capable of carrying. He brought villains on par with heroes with his splendid performances.
From celebrities to politicians, everybody has been offering their condolences on Twitter:
Amitabh Bachan tweeted
“Pran Saheb passes away ! A gentleman, most collaborative colleague, a senior of immense distinction, a true disciplined professional” Meanwhile other Bollywood stars too eulogised the late celebrity
SHAH RUKH KHAN @iamsrk
Why do icons who shaped our lives and emotions have to go away? U will sir, remain etched in our hearts. Allah bless ur soul Pran Sahib.
PRIYANKA @priyankachopra
It’s such a loss for cinema..wish I had had the chance to know him.leaving a legacy that will stay with Indian cinema forever.RIP Pran saheb
Abhishek Bachchan ✔ @juniorbachchan
Thank you for the memories Pran Saab. You will live forever in our hearts. RIP.