Salman Khan sentenced to 5 years in jail: See how Bollywood actors, celebs are reacting

Mumbai, May 6: Salman Khan, who was found guilty in 2002 hit-and-run case, has been sentenced to five years in prison. The Bollywood actor broke down in the court when the judge pronounced the verdict on Wednesday, May 6.

No charges for perjury against Salman Khan's driver Ashok Singh. Court said no need to give more compensation to the family members of the victim.

Soon after his conviction, Bollywood actors and many other celebrities of the country reacted over the judgment. Here are a few reactions of the celebs of the country.

In Dubai.. But thoughts n prayers are still in Mumbai with @BeingSalmanKhan n his family..

— Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) May 6, 2015

My prayers are with @BeingSalmanKhan and his family who I know love this country and respect its judiciary.

— Varun SURESH Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) May 6, 2015

I wont comment on the courts judgement. But salman Bhai has the biggest heart and is the most helpful person in this industry

— Varun SURESH Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) May 6, 2015

Terrible news. Dnt knw wht to say except tht will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what. Hes a good man and no 1 can tk tht away frm him.

— Sonakshi Sinha (@sonakshisinha) May 6, 2015

Would hope tht justice system isnt based on wht media says or persons status in life: Vijay Mallya #SalmanVerdict pic.twitter.com/u7YIuVKLOv

— ANI (@ANI_news) May 6, 2015

Ppl shouldnt think Salman Khan is being given spl treatment but humanitarian work shud be kept in mind: Babul Supriyo pic.twitter.com/5D43DfiKIw

— ANI (@ANI_news) May 6, 2015

Hurts to think of what could happen. We will always be with you. Hope the judge sees the beauty of a human being that Salman Khan is.

— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) May 6, 2015

It hurts when your own are punished, even if they are in the wrong. We love you and are standing by you

— Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) May 6, 2015

Not commenting on courts verdict- but my heart goes out 2 @BeingSalmanKhan :large hearted & 1 of d finest people I hv met in this industry.

— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) May 6, 2015

Impt Day #Love, pray, nervousness for all @BeingSalmanKhan @mymalishka @ColorsTV @sonakshisinha @ssantoshshukla @TheRahulMahajan

— Pritam Singh (@iampritampyaare) May 6, 2015

@MikaSingh @BeingSalmanKhan Those who considering that one diedn few got injured, sud also consider many got saved n got new life coz f bhai

— Anu Meelu (@Anumeelu) May 6, 2015

I stand for the man who stands for everyone .. Always respect you big brother @BeingSalmanKhan your fans R with you🙏 pic.twitter.com/MAjjjRx9Gp

— King Mika Singh (@MikaSingh) May 6, 2015

Cant wrap my head around whats happening,scary how fickle life is,hope n pray he emerges stronger like he has in the past @BeingSalmanKhan

— Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) May 6, 2015

It doesnt matter what anyone or any court says he doesnt deserve this at any level...will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what...

— Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) May 6, 2015

He is the man that saved my Mothers life. That I will never forget. #SalmanKhan

— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) May 6, 2015

My previous tweet was NOT a comment on the proceedings of the verdict. It was an emotional confession of a grateful friend. #SalmanKhan

— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) May 6, 2015

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