Veteran Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan breathed her last today at 71 years. She was admitted to Guru Nanak Hospital in Mumbai after complaining of breathing issues on June 20. Saroj passed away in the wee hours of today morning. Her demise has left a deep void in Bollywood and among her fans. Several celebrities took to social media to pay tribute to their beloved ‘Master ji.’

Alia penned an emotional note for Saroj and shared her interaction with her on the sets of Kalank. She wrote, “Saroj ji was magic, she created magic! I will never forget our interaction on the sets of Kalank. 'You dance very well,' she said to me, 'but come spend time with me and I'll teach you how to dance with your eyes.' Thank you Saroj ji for giving so much to the world of dance, movies, and memories that we, you fans, will cherish forever."

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Ayushmann Khurrana, Karisma Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan, Angad Bedi, Neha Dhupia, Sushmita Sen, Sonu Sood, Ranveer Singh and Divya Khosla Kumar took to their social media platforms to pay their homage to the acclaimed choreographer. Check out their condolences below.

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Jul 3, 2020 at 2:09am PDT

I never met her personally but this feels like a personal loss. #RIPSarojKhan

— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) July 3, 2020

The dancing queen.. #RIPSarojKhan pic.twitter.com/gj6fSg7ZmL

— ANGAD BEDI (@Imangadbedi) July 3, 2020

Saroji you will be missed #RIPSarojKhan

— sonu sood (@SonuSood) July 3, 2020

RIP ... #SarojKhan ma’am ... you paved the way and we’re a force to reckon with ... our industry lost another legend today... my condolences to the family

— Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) July 3, 2020

 

 

 

 

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“When life gives you the chance to sit it out or dance...you dance” Rest in Peace Saroj ji #EndOfAnEra #Guru #Pronam #DuggaDugga I love you!!!

A post shared by Sushmita Sen (@sushmitasen47) on Jul 3, 2020 at 3:28am PDT

The always so vibrant, smiling, jovial and an inspiration to us all..Our Pride #SarojKhan Mam ..Will miss you RIP pic.twitter.com/zk9Uk20rk4

— Divya Khosla Kumar (@iamDivyaKhosla) July 3, 2020

 

 

 

 

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Saroj ji cannot forget the endless hours learning dance and expression from you at Satyam hall.. ur teachings took me a long way.. Rip #master #teacher #danceguru #legend #sarojkhan

A post shared by KK (@therealkarismakapoor) on Jul 3, 2020 at 2:14am PDT

Saroj Khan was a three-time National Award winner. She also holds the record of the most Filmfare Awards for Best Choreography. Interestingly, the Best Choreography Award was instituted for her exemplary role in Tezaab.

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