Senior Bachchan, Lata Mangeshkar, condole Swaraj's demise

Mumbai: Showbiz celebrities such as veterans Amitabh Bachchan, Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhonsle as well as young-gen Anushka Sharma and Arjun Kapoor on Wednesday mourned the sudden death of former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj.

Reacting to the "extremely sad news", megastar Bachchan said, "She was a really strong politician, very sociable and great orator. I pray for her soul to rest in peace." Legendary singer Mangeshkar said she was "deeply shocked".

"A graceful and honest leader, a sensitive and selfless soul, a keen understanding of music and poetry and a dear friend. Our former external minister will be remembered fondly," she tweeted.