Mumbai: Following the crash of an Air India aircraft carrying 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 1 Canadian national, and 7 Portuguese nationals, that crashed near Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport during takeoff on Thursday, Bollywood celebrities took to social media handles to express grief and shock.

Shah Rukh Khan took to his Instagram handle and posted a story that said: "Absolutely heartbroken with the news about the crash in Ahmedabad... my prayers for the victims, their families and all affected (sic)," 

 

Riteish Deshmukh and Randeep Hooda expressed their heartbreak over the incident on social media. Hooda said, “Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Hoping for survivors and strength for the rescue teams. May the departed rest in peace, and may their families find the strength to endure this immense loss.”

Deshmukh took to Instagram and wrote: “Absolutely heartbroken and in shock after hearing about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My heart goes out to all the passengers, their families, and everyone affected on the ground. Holding them all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.”

Akshay Kumar wrote, “Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time ”

Janhvi Kapoor took to Instagram and posted a story which said: Shaken by the news of the Air India flight crash that took place shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The weight of such tragedies is impossible to put into words. Praying deeply for the passengers, the crew, and every family waiting for answers tonight.

Sunny Deol wrote on X (formerly Twitter, “Devastated by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying with all my heart for survivors — may they be found and receive the care they need. May those who lost their lives rest in peace, and may their families find strength in this unimaginable time.”

Parineeti Chopra wrote, “Can’t imagine the pain of the family members of the ill-fated Air India flight today. Praying for God to give them strength during this time.”

Air India flight AI 171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed into a residential area in Meghani Nagar in Ahmedabad on Thursday, after taking off from Ahmedabad at 1:38 PM, DGCA said.