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Anil Kapoor expressed gratitude to Mumbai Police for their support

The last rites of Sridevi were conducted yesterday. Bollywood mourned the loss and offered condolences to the departed soul. The nation wept as the lady superstar breathed her last on February 24, 2018, in Dubai.

A statement from The Kapoor, Ayyappan and Marwah family was released after Sridevi’s funeral.


They said, "The past few days have been trying times for us as a family. Today, particularly, has been one of the hardest. We laid to rest a beautiful soul who has gone too soon. She leaves behind a legacy that is unique. Her talent was undeniable, her beauty unmatched and her ability to connect with the audience was legendary. Sri had the same connect with her family as well.

The one thing that helped us all get through these last few days was the amazing amount of love and support from everyone — be it her many colleagues, to her innumerable fans, her caring friends and loving family, from across the country and the world."

Anil Kapoor took to his official Twitter handle to express gratitude to the Mumbai Police for their excellent management during the funeral of the late actress.  He stated, "As we mourn, I'm deeply thankful to our friends & well-wishers who have formed a protective circle around us so we can grieve in peace...I would specially like to thank the Mumbai Police for being by our side through it all and making sure we got the space & privacy that we needed, to do what was necessary. Thank you all for your prayers & understanding."

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