Vivek (1961-2021): AR Rahman remembers the actor, calls him ‘a selfless jewel of India’ (2024)

Ramya Krishnan is 'deeply saddened'

'An effortless actor'

Prakash Raj on Vivek

'Lost the most precious jewel of India': AR Rahman

On Saturday evening, AR Rahman tweeted, "We have lost a Selfless,most precious jewel of India ...a #climate champion for #ClimateAction who was in the process of planting 10million trees."

Actor Prabhu shares heartfelt condolences for Vivek, watch video

Sai Dharam Tej pays tribute to Vivek

Silambarasan TR condoles Vivek's death

Vivek cremated with state honours

Kajal Aggarwal mourns Vivek's death

Kajal Aggarwal via Twitter shared, "Deeply saddened by the sudden demise, Heartfelt condolences to Vivek sir’s family."

Raja Yuvan on Vivek's death

Raja Yuvan tweeted, "A truly successful person is some one who has made a positive impact in people’s lives, Vivek sir is one of a kind person, he did not only make people laugh with his comedy but also made people think with his wisdom. It is a great loss for us."

Samantha Akkineni: 'Vivek sir's passing feels like a personal loss'

"My heart feels heavy as I write this. Vivek sir's passing feels like a personal loss. He was an actor, comedian, environmentalist and a great human being. My deep condolences to vivek sir's family. You will forever be a part of us. May your soul rest in peace," Samantha Akkineni shared on Instagram.

Vadivelu on Vivek

Fans gather to pay last respects to Vivek

'You will be dearly missed'

Rakul Preet on Vivek

Actor Rakul Preet tweeted, "Shocked and saddened by the passing away of veteran actor #Vivek sir! My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones! May his soul rest in peace."

'One of those times when it's hard to cope with reality'

'He use to take our stress out with his jokes': Music composer Thaman

Music composer S Thaman paid his tribute to Vivek via Twitter. He wrote, "Gem of a Person Gave So Much Confidence & Knowledge He Use to Take Our Stress Out With his jokes .Never felt like We Wr acting With a Senior and Most Experienced Actor In film ( boys ). WE MISS U MANGALAM SIR. Goon too soon."

Arya is 'heart-broken and shattered'

Arya via Twitter expressed that he is "Heart broken and shattered" to know about the passing away of actor Vivek. "Great loss to the industry and to the society. Such a gem of person. So much he wanted to do for the society. Will miss you sir. Love u sir always," he tweeted.

Shankar Shanmugham remembers Vivek: His contribution to society is immeasurable

Filmmaker Shankar Shanmugham tweeted, "Today we lost an amazing actor, wonderful human being and lover of nature: Padma Shri Vivek. His contributions to my films, Tamil Film Industry and to society is immeasurable, so is this loss. May his soul Rest In Peace. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans."

'A great void shall be seen in the creative world today'

"So saddened by the untimely demise of @Actor_Vivek :( my deepest condolences to his loved ones and friends who shall miss him terribly! A great void shall be seen in the creative world today," Shruti Haasan mentioned via Twitter.

Siddharth: 'There will be laughter and food for thought in heavens tonight'

Siddharth mourned the loss of actor Vivek. He wrote, "Bye Sir. Even in death you were too ahead of your time. We will all miss you terribly. There will be laughter and food for thought in the heavens tonight."

Sridevi was a big fan of Vivek: Boney Kapoor

'Gone too soon'

Actor Yashika Aannand wrote on Twitter, "We will miss u! You made us laugh throughout our lives and today this news is very shocking to digest . #ripvivek sir . Gone too soon. may his soul rest in peace."

'You will be missed'

"You will be missed. #RIPVivek" filmmaker Gopichand Malineni tweeted.

'You will be missed a lot Sir'

Sundeep Kishan tweeted, "You will be missed a lot Sir ?? Thank you for always saying the right things and with a smile on your face ??
Rest in Peace ..."

Actor Vivek to be laid to rest with full police honours

Tamil Nadu government recently announced that actor Vivek will be laid to rest with full police honours.

Celebrities pay last respects to actor Vivek

'To the irreplaceable maverick comedian that Tamil cinema will forever miss'

Actor Keerthy Suresh paid tribute to actor Vivek in a long note. She wrote, "It is beyond belief that my absolute favourite comedian is no more with us. Unfortunately, I haven't had the opportunity to act with the legend, but will always remember those beautiful enriching conversations that I’ve had with him." She further added, "To the man who made his entire life about making everyone laugh. To the man who integrated moral values into his comedies like no one else could. To the social activist who led by example with his environmental and social initiatives, to the irreplaceable maverick comedian that Tamil cinema will forever miss, Mr Vivekanandan sir rest in peace.#RIPVivekSir."

'Lost a very important Artist'

Harris Jayaraj tweeted, "Lost a very important Artist, Musician and friend. R I P #Vivek"

'We’ve lost a legend today'

Abhishek Bachchan says we have lost a legend today as actor Vivek passed away this morning. The Big Bull actor tweeted, "Huge admirer of his work and sheer genius. We’ve lost a legend today. My condolences to Vivek sir’s family, friends and fans. #RIPVivekSir"

'Rest in peace Vivek sir'

Nivetha Thomas shared on Twitter,"You were one of the nicest, kindest people I’ve known in the industry. I will do my part to continue your good work for the society. Rest in peace Vivek sir. #RIPVivekSir."

'Devastated that Vivek Sir is no more'

Actor Vishal is 'devastated' as Vivek passed away. He tweeted, "Devastated that Vivek Sir is no more with us....A True Green Warrior & an Inspiration to many of us....RIP#RIPVivekSir."

'You will be truly missed'

"Rest in peace @Actor_Vivek sir. You will be truly missed. Strength to the family," actor Vedhika shared via Twitter,

Kubbra Sait on Vivek's death

Actor Kubbra Sait tweeted, "Rest in Peace. @Actor_Vivek ?"

PM Modi pays tribute to actor Vivek

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned the demise of actor Vivek. Condoling his death he wrote on Twitter, "The untimely demise of noted actor Vivek has left many saddened. His comic timing and intelligent dialogues entertained people. Both in his films and his life, his concern for the environment and society shone through. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti."

'Your loss is truly breaking our hearts'

"RIP Vivek! The one person who made us laugh his entire career, your loss is truly breaking our hearts," actor Mammootty shared on Twitter.

Music composer D. Imman on Vivek's death

'A great loss to the Tamil community."

Kamal Haasan called the death of actor Vivek a huge loss for the Tamil community. He shared on Twitter, "Friend Vivek always worked for the betterment of the community as a disciple of Kalam, and guardian of the trees. His demise is a great loss to the Tamil community."

'You will be dearly missed'

Tamannaah Bhatia posted a photo of actor Vivek and wrote on Twitter, "I am deeply saddened by the loss we have encountered. My condolences to the family. You will be dearly missed Vivek Sir. Rest in peace ??"

'Gone too soon'

"I hate waking up to such terrible news u were the reason for so much laughter,so much happiness..its just heart breaking to even think tht u r no more..gone too soon..its a loss not only to our industry but humanity.. u were such a kind n responsible human being
@Actor_Vivek RIP" Varalaxmi Sarathkumar tweeted.

'I was shocked to learn about the death of Vivek'

"I was shocked to learn the death of Vivek. He was a dear friend and he showed me a lot of affection. He was a great artist. His demise is a great loss for me and the Tamil film industry," actor Vikram shared.

Dhanush on Vivek's death

"Vivek sir ???" actor Dhanush is heartbroken after the demise of actor Vivek.

Fans pay homage to actor Vivek

Dulquer Salmaan: 'This is truly heartbreaking'

"RIP Vivek Sir ! ?? something about watching you on screen always made one feel like we’ve known you forever. This is truly heartbreaking," actor Dulquer Salmaan shared on social media.

'This is devastating'

Music composer Shankar Mahadevan tweeted, "@Actor_Vivek is no more !!! This is devastating !! What an amazing artist and a fun human being ! Your humour kept us going for decades sir .. will miss you ????"

'RIP Vivek sir'

Prithviraj Sukumaran pays tribute to actor Vivek

"Rest in peace Vivek sir! Privileged to have worked with you. Prayers and condolences to family and friends," actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran wrote on Twitter.

'This is extremely shocking'

Actor Varsha Bollamma shared on Twitter, "This is extremely shocking!! You were one of the sweetest, funniest, most humble person I have come across. You will be missed, your innocent smile will be missed :( My condolences to the family. #RIPVivek."

Mohanlal condoles Vivek's sudden demise

Mohanlal shared a photo of late actor Vivek and tweeted, "Heartfelt condolences".

'We lost such a great legend'

"Such a heart breaking news. We lost such a great legend and this is such a big loss to Indian cinema. Rest in Peace Anna will miss you forever ... Om shanti #RIPVivekSir #ripvivek," Manchu Manoj tweeted.

Rajinikanth: Vivek's demise has caused me a lot of pain

Actor Sathyaraj condoles Vivek's death

'A great comedian and wonderful actor'

"You were a reason for many smiles and laughters sir. A great comedian, wonderful actor and a socially conscious citizen. Unbearable to think you are not there anymore. Will miss you as one of your fans. #RipVivek sir," actor Vikram Prabhu said via Twitter as he condoled the death of actor Vivek.

'Can’t believe you’ve left us'

Music composer AR Rahman paid tribute to the late actor as he tweeted, "@Actor_Vivek can’t believe you’ve left us ..May you rest in peace ..you’ve entertained us for decades ..your legacy will stay with us."

'Shocked beyond words'

Actor Vivek's co-actor Aathmika wrote on Twitter, "Shocked beyond words. Couldn’t hold back my tears. God took you from us too soon. Blessed in this lifetime to share a movie with you. Will always treasure the moments shared together. A true legend in the industry. A dark day to cinema! #ripvivek sir."