Bollywood mourns death of Satya Sai Baba

Mumbai (PTI) - Bollywood A-listers like singer
Asha Bhonsle and actor R Madhavan are among the millions
grieving the death of spiritual leader Satya Sai Baba who
breathed his last this morning following a prolonged illness.
"We don't call this death, he has just taken samadhi
after finishing his work. He did a lot of good, he opened
schools and hospitals and he will always be remembered for
that," said Asha.
"Sad to hear about the demise of Sathya Sai Baba. He
was an inspiration for many. Such an enlightened soul. R.I.P,"
wrote filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar on the micro-blogging
website Twitter.
Actor Jackie Shroff who played Shirdi Sai Baba in the
movie 'Maalik Ek', said, "His body has gone but the soul
remains. All the good things that he did remains and his
followers will keep his teachings alive."
Condoling the death of the spiritual leader, actor
Riteish Deshmukh said, "The man (Satya Sai Baba) spread love
and helped the needy. Had the privilege to meet him and
spending time with him. His invaluable guidance will be
cherished for a life time. We love you and miss you baba."
"Sri Sathya Sai Baba left his human body and departed
away this morning. The body is merely a vehicle. His spirit
will continue to guide us as always," actor Vivek Oberoi
posted on twitter.
"Just heard that Baba left his body and am sure is on
his way to lots of temples, my heart bleeds for his
followers, my sincere condolences," filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma
tweeted.
Actor Rana Daggubati said, "RIP Sathya Sai Baba. My
condolences to all his followers.
"Sathya Sai Baba had millions of followers all over
the world. Their faith in him held them together. May God give
them strength. RIP Baba," veteran actor Anupam Kher said.
"Sai Baba RIP. My condolences to all his followers,"
tweeted actor R Madhavan.
Director and writer Sangeeth Sivan said "R.I.P. Satya
Sai Baba. Condolences to all his followers, disciples and
loved ones".