Bollywood superstar -- the popular film industry's first woman to hold that title - Sridevi Kapoor, 54, was cremated with state honours on Wednesday evening, four days after her unfortunate death by accidental drowning in Dubai.
Before her final journey to the crematorium from the sports club, Sridevi was draped in the tricolour and her entire family stood next to her.
Since early morning, thousands stood patiently outside the sports club, in nearly a mile-long queue at all moments, for a last glimpse of the Padma Shri actress.
Here are the LIVE updates:
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5:55 PM, 28 Feb
Sridevi cremated with state honors. Her husband Boney Kapoor lit the funeral fire, according to Deccan Chronicle. Daughter Janhvi and Khushi also accompanied the hearse.
5:24 PM, 28 Feb
Last rites ceremony of Sridevi begins at Vile Parle Seva Samaj Crematorium in Mumbai.
5:06 PM, 28 Feb
Anil Ambani, Anupam Kher and Arjun Rampal reach Vile Parle Seva Samaj Crematorium.
5:05 PM, 28 Feb
Vidya Balan, her husband Siddharth Roy Kapur, Farhan Akhtar, Dia Mirza and her husband Sahil Sangha arrive at the Crematorium.
People queue up outside Celebration Sports Club to pay tributes to Sridevi.
9:55 AM, 28 Feb
Filmmaker Farah Khan & actor Sonam Kapoor arrive at Celebration Sports Club
9:44 AM, 28 Feb
It's media job to ask questions, it's people's call if they want to throw it in the dustbin or not. At this moment, family is in a lot of pain. Daughters have lost their mother at such a young age. We should pray for them: Anu Kapoor at Celebration Sports Club in Mumbai
9:34 AM, 28 Feb
Sridevi's mortal brought to Celebration Sports Club, where people will pay their last respects to the actor, funeral to take place later today.
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8:09 AM, 25 Feb
Several actors like Priyanka Chopra, Preity Zinta and Johny Lever posted condolence messages on Twitter shortly after the news of Sridevi's death broke.
8:10 AM, 25 Feb
Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director, Toronto International Film Festival, tweeted saying,''Shocked to hear of the passing of India's legendary Sridevi. Honoured to have been in her presence in 2012 when she visited Toronto for English Vinglish. She made countless millions fall in love with her characters.''
8:11 AM, 25 Feb
We regret to hear about the passing away of Sridevi. An actor par excellence. A legend who will continue to live in our hearts through her stellar body of work. Our deepest condolences to her loved ones. She was awarded the Padma Shri by the UPA Govt in 2013. pic.twitter.com/kZYrYYyrlI
We regret to hear about the passing away of Sridevi. An actor par excellence. A legend who will continue to live in our hearts through her stellar body of work.
Our deepest condolences to her loved ones. She was awarded the Padma Shri by the UPA Govt in 2013.
8:13 AM, 25 Feb
Saddened by the untimely demise of noted actor Sridevi. She was a veteran of the film industry, whose long career included diverse roles and memorable performances. My thoughts are with her family and admirers in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace: PM @narendramodi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his grief and offered his condolences on the death of veteran actress Sridevi.
8:13 AM, 25 Feb
Have witnessed Sridevi's life from an adolescent teenager to the magnificeint lady she became. Her stardom was well deserved. Many happy moments with her flash through my mind including the last time I met her. Sadma's lullaby haunts me now. We'll miss her
Sadma's lullaby haunts me now. We'll miss her, tweets Actor Kamal Hassan.
8:14 AM, 25 Feb
President Ram Nath Kovind paid his condolences to Sridevi's family. He tweeted,''Shocked to hear of passing of movie star Sridevi. She has left millions of fans heartbroken. Her performances in films such as Moondram Pirai, Lamhe and English Vinglish remain an inspiration for other actors. My condolences to her family and close associates.''
8:33 AM, 25 Feb
As a multi lingual actress, especially for the Telugus, Sridevi) became the most favorite heroine. She remains as a proud actress of India with her unparalleled acting skills, said Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu
8:33 AM, 25 Feb
Actor Akshay Kumar expressed his shock and condolences at the veteran actors demise. Both Akshay Kumar and Sridevi was seen together in film, "Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin" released in 2004.
8:33 AM, 25 Feb
Actor Rajinikanth has tweeted that ''he has lost a dear friend and the industry has lost a true legend.''
9:00 AM, 25 Feb
Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar said it was difficult to digest that she was not with us anymore. ''I have no words to express how i feel. We have grown up seeing her. It is difficult to digest that she is not with us. My heartiest condolences to her family,'' ANI reported Tendulkar as saying.
9:01 AM, 25 Feb
Music director A.R. Rahman tweeted his condolences.
9:02 AM, 25 Feb
Sridevi - a powerhouse of acting , a long journey embellished with success comes to a sudden end. My condolences to her loved ones and fans.
Union Minister Smriti Irani called Sridevi a powerhouse of acting. ''Sridevi - a powerhouse of acting , a long journey embellished with success comes to a sudden end. My condolences to her loved ones and fans,'' she tweeted.
9:05 AM, 25 Feb
"Let your presence ring out like a bell into the night. And if the earthly no longer knows your name, whisper to the silent earth: I am flowing. To the flashing water say: I am." --Rainer Maria Rilke: Sonnets to Orpheus#srideviRIP
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor quoted Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke from Sonnets to Orpheus. Let your presence ring out like a bell into the night. And if the earthly no longer knows your name, whisper to the silent earth: I am flowing. To the flashing water say: I am,'' he tweeted.
9:07 AM, 25 Feb
Ashoke Pandit, Filmmaker said the entire industry is in 'Sadma' by hearing this news.''Whatever movies she did, her performances were unmatched. My heartfelt condolences to her family.The entire industry is in 'Sadma' by hearing this news,'' ANI reported as saying.
9:08 AM, 25 Feb
Unbelievable. She was a humble and beautiful lady. She was an amazing artist who had the ability to convey everything through her eyes. It feels like we are all in an airport departure lounge waiting for our announcements: Ranjeet,Veteran actor on Sridevi
9:22 AM, 25 Feb
SriDevi .. gone. It's like an era is over. Like life turning a new chapter. A beautiful story just ended. An amazing spirit just vanished leaving us with amazing love, memories, and incredible grief. #Sridevi
Congress President Rahul Gandhi expresses shock and grief over sudden demise of veteran actor
9:35 AM, 25 Feb
I was shocked to hear the news of her demise. She played an important role in the field of performing arts. We all have seen her capabilities on the screen. This is a huge loss for the nation. I give my heartfelt condolences to her family: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on #Sridevipic.twitter.com/T3g3nQt4Wd
She played an important role in the field of performing arts. This is a huge loss for the nation. I give my heartfelt condolences to her family, said Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sridevi
9:36 AM, 25 Feb
Madhur Bhandarkar, filmmaker said that he still can't believe that Sridevi is no more. ''I still can't believe it that Sridevi ji is no more, she had done countless legendary roles, its very very sad. Entire nation is shocked,'' ANI quoted as saying.
9:56 AM, 25 Feb
Sridevi’s sudden passing away has left me in deep shock. Can’t imagine how such a bubbly person, a wonderful actor, is no more.She has left a void in the industry that cannot be filled. Boney is a good friend & I’ve seen their daughters grow up. My prayers are with the family🙏
We are not ready to hear this news. Shocked and sad. Sridevi is too young to go, says Hema Malini
10:30 AM, 25 Feb
Pained to know about the untimely demise of Indian actress Sridevi. She has left a deep impression on Indian Film Industry with her versatile acting. Sridevi ji will be a role model for the generations to come. May God give her family & followers the strength to bear this loss.
BJP President Amit Shah condoles untimely demise of legendary actor Sridevi
10:33 AM, 25 Feb
I wanted to accept it as a rumour, but in the end it was a reality. Whereever she is may her soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with her family. Nation mourns, she was a heartthrob for cinema lovers. We will always remember her: Annu Kapoor on #Sridevipic.twitter.com/EeAISIY3xO
I wanted to accept it as a rumour, but in the end it was a reality. Whereever she is may her soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with her family. Nation mourns, she was a heartthrob for cinema lovers. We will always remember her, says Annu Kapoor on Sridevi
10:48 AM, 25 Feb
Rahul Dravid tweets, ” Shocked to hear about the demise of #Sridevi ji .Heartfelt condolences to the family. R.I.P!!”
10:48 AM, 25 Feb
While some of her family members returned from Dubai after the wedding, Sridevi, Boney and her younger daughter Khushi stayed back. Her elder daughter — Janhvi — had not travelled with the family because of the shooting schedule for her upcoming Bollywood film, her first in the industry.
10:50 AM, 25 Feb
Arshad Warsi said this is too sudden & unexpected. ''This is too sudden & unexpected. #Sridevi no more, just sounds wrong. So young and so much more talent yet to be explored... RIP Sridevi...''
10:52 AM, 25 Feb
Telugu actor Junior NTR who is currently on a short break from films, tweeted,''She came. She saw. She conquered.
And went back to the heavens from where she came. RIP Sridevi garu.IRREPLACEABLE.''
10:54 AM, 25 Feb
Actor Aditi Rao Hydari said that she is shaken and shocked beyond words. She tweeted,''Shaken and shocked beyond words... RIP #Sridevi ji... she will truly shine forever... prayers and condolences to her family and fans...''
10:54 AM, 25 Feb
Parineeti Chopra said ,''CANNOT believe this. I have no words. Rip Sridevi ma’am. You were the most beautiful. Strength to Boney uncle, jahnvi, khushi and the whole family.''
10:57 AM, 25 Feb
Unhone apne abhinay se poore desh ko prabhaavit kiya. Woh bahot kam umar mein iss duniya se vida ho gaye. Main unke charnon mein shraddha suman arpit karta hoon: Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan on #Sridevipic.twitter.com/H91DfPV2ce
Madhya Pradesh Shivraj Singh Chouhan said,''Sridevi gone too soon,''
10:59 AM, 25 Feb
Soundarya Rajinikanth tweeted, “We will miss you Pappika. Feeling so so so shocked and sad !!!! #RIPSridevi #Legend.”
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Sridevi made her acting debut in 1978 with Solva Sawan and went on to become a household name with Jeetendra-starrer Himmatwaala. She is survived by husband Boney and two daughters- Khushi and Jhanvi; Jhanvi is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Dhadak.
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