In a statement to ANI, SSP Kangra Vimukt Ranjan, Himachal Pradesh told, “Film actor Asif Basra was found hanging in a private complex in Dharamshala. Forensic team is at the spot and police is investigating the matter.”
As soon as the news of his death broke out, many Bollywood celebrities expressed shock and grief over his passing away.
Emraan Hashmi tweeted, “Rip Asif bhai”
Manoj Bajpayee wrote, “What? This is too shocking!! Shot with him just before Lockdown!!! Oh My God!!!”
‘Scam 1992’ director Hansal Mehta tweeted, “Asif Basra! Can't be true... This is just very, very sad.”
‘Dil Bechara’ director Mukesh Chhabra tweeted, “This can’t be true Asif Bhai, we have done so much work together from Kai Po Che to Hostages 2 I can not believe this! Whatttt is happening??????????? #asifbasra”
Director Rahul Dholakia wrote, “Shocked to hear about Basra!! What a wonderful actor and a jovial fellow - I mean why would he ?? Very Sad - Had directed him in Parzania ( Chagan) , in Lamhaa ( the Darzee ) - and also in society - Very sad to hear about his passing !! #asifbasra Hope you are at peace.”
Shruti Seth tweeted, “RIP #asifbasra”
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