His superstar swag is what we grew up on: actors, sportspersons pay tribute to the late Vinod Khanna

As soon as news that actor Vinod Khanna had passed away, people took to Twitter to pay their tributes. Khanna's colleagues from the film industry, politicial opponents and partners, and people from the sports fraternity, who were fans of the actor's work, had nothing but kind things to say about him.

The actor was considered one of the biggest heartthrobs in the 70s and 80s. His style and demeanour was something no one could miss.

Here is how Bollywood and the sporting fraterity paid tribute to the actor

His screen presence is unparalleled even today...his super star swag is what we grew up on....RIP #VinodKhanna ...thoughts and prayers....

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) April 27, 2017

#Vinodkhanna will always remain the coolest and most good looking actor to grace the Indian screens.The industry has lost a legend today.

— Varun Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) April 27, 2017

#VinodKhanna ji had a magnetic charm & persona. Both on & off screen. He was kind, affectionate & helpful. Loved his panther like walk.  pic.twitter.com/q01Hmqxbdp

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPkher) April 27, 2017

My memory of Vinod Khanna - him and Kavita singing Aaj jaane ki zid na karo at a party. He was warm, smiling and so handsome. RIP

— Anupama Chopra (@anupamachopra) April 27, 2017

An appeal to all to pls not use hospital images of #VinodKhanna ji. Instead, gv him a dignified send off with his best moments as an actor.

— Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) April 27, 2017

the most dynamic & good looking actor, your charm worked on earth, it'll work in heaven as well RIP #VinodKhanna

— Baba Sehgal (@OnlyBabaSehgal) April 27, 2017

Deeply saddened by the passing of Vinod Khanna. So many memories. From Mere Apne to now. Will remember his smile when we last met

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) April 27, 2017

Unbelievable loss. Deepest condolences on the passing away of a wonderful man and such a jubilant being #VinodKhanna ji.
RIP. pic.twitter.com/jkx0m2cOJa

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) April 27, 2017

Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of one of the most charismatic actors #VinodKhanna ji.
Om Shanti !

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 27, 2017

An amazing actor #VinodKhanna leaves us. May his soul rest in peaceCondolences to his family.

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 27, 2017

The most handsome dashing actor of his time!! RIP #VinodKhanna
U will be missed 

— Gutta Jwala (@Guttajwala) April 27, 2017

Doctors had reported that he was suffering from dehydration and then a picture of him from the hospital went viral on the Internet. The whole nation was in a state of shock when that picture of Khanna left everyone heartbroken.