27 April 2017

Known for his dashing good looks, he was one of the most sought-after stars in the 70s and 80s

Veteran Bollywood actor and politician Vinod Khanna died on Thursday morning after a long battle with cancer. He was 70. The actor, who was the most-sought after star in the 1970s and 1980s, was known for romantic roles. He’s survived by his wife, Kavita, his sons, Akshaye, Rahul, Shraddha and Sakshi.

The actor was admitted to Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai in the first week on April after reportedly suffering from severe dehydration. Recently, a picture of a frail-looking Khanna in a hospital gown had surfaced and brought attention to his battle with cancer. The actor has featured in films such as Mere Apne, Insaaf and Amar, Akbar, Anthony.

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