Ajit Pawar aircraft crash: Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Anupam Kher, Shilpa Shetty, Madhur Bhandarkar, Shatrughan Sinha condole Maharashtra Deputy CM’s tragic demise |

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a tragic accident. The seasoned politician and 4 others had been killed in a constitution plane crash whereas making an attempt to land within the Baramati space of Pune district. The information triggered an outpouring of grief from the Indian movie business. A number of Bollywood stars and celebrities took to social media to mourn the lack of “Ajit Dada.” Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Madhur Bhandarkar, Ajay Devgn, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha condoled over the politician’s premature demise.

Riteish Deshmukh

Taking to his Instagram Tales, the ‘Bigg Boss Marathi’ Season 6 host and actor shared, “Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to study that we’ve misplaced Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One in every of Maharashtra’s most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and continually pushed and impressed these round him to excel. He by no means minced his phrases, his wit was unmatched, and he was deeply liked throughout the state. His premature demise leaves behind an enormous loss and an irreplaceable void. I’ve had the pleasure of interacting with him quite a few instances, will all the time keep in mind for the kindness he showered upon me. My deepest condolences to the Pawar household, his family members, and tens of millions of supporters.”

Sanjay Dutt

The ‘Dhurandhar’ actor too took to his Instagram Tales to submit a condolence message for the politician. Dutt shared, “Shocked and saddened by this tragic loss. He was some of the dynamic leaders, forsaking a long-lasting influence. My deepest condolences to the household and everybody affected. Prayers for energy and peace. Om Shanti”

Shilpa Shetty

The ‘Dhadkan’ actress additionally took to her Instagram Tales to pay a tribute, “Heartfelt condolences to the Pawar household. Relaxation in energy, Ajit dada. Misplaced a dynamic daring chief. Om Shanti”

Anupam Kher

The ‘Tanvi The Nice’ actor took to X (previously Twitter) to pay his condolences. Kher wrote, “Deeply shocked and Saddened by the tragic passing of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar dada. Every time I met him he was very mild and sort! My ideas are along with his household. Om Shanti!”