Music composer Wajid Khan, 42, from the renowned composer duo Sajid-Wajid died at a Mumbai hospital in the wee hours of Monday. He had complications from a kidney infection.

This shocking news comes days after the death of actors Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor. As the news broke out, the entire industry was shocked and offered condolence on his demise.

Wajid Khan was best known for composing peppy Bollywood numbers along with his brother Sajid. The duo is credited for songs like Surili Akhiyon Wale (Veer), Jalwa (Wanted), Mashallah (Ek That Tiger), and many many more.

The entire Bollywood industry came forward to bid adieu to his soul.

Deeply shocked & saddened by the untimely demise of greatly talented #WajidKhan of the #SajidWajid team. I had met him at few occasions. He was very humble, courteous and always smiling. May God give his family the courage to deal with this loss. Will pray to almighty. 🙏
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) June 1, 2020

Thank you for giving us this iconic gem! May you rest in peace #WajidKhan ❤️ pic.twitter.com/rGpLhfO2OK

— adi 😉 (@SalmanKhanRules) June 1, 2020

I’m shocked!! I’ve lost a dear brother Wajid! I can’t come to grips with this tragic news… He was such a beautiful soul..

Oh dear Lord, Please have mercy…🙏

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعون

May Allah SWT bless him in Jannat-ul-Firdaus…Ameen. 🤲

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— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) May 31, 2020

Wajid Bhai you were the nicest, nicest nicest man! Always smiling. Always singing. All heart. Every music session with him was memorable. You will truly be missed wajid bhai. 🧡🧡 #WajidKhan
— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) May 31, 2020

I used to call him my brother from another mother. Besides being unbelievably talented he was so gentle & sweet. I’m so heartbroken that I did not get to say Goodbye my sweet @wajidkhan7 I will miss you & our jam sessions forever. Till we meet again #RIP #WajidKhan #Gonetoosoon pic.twitter.com/RAq0pqHJwY
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) June 1, 2020

T 3548 – Shocked at the passing of Wajid Khan .. a bright smiling talent passes away .. duas , prayers and in condolence 🙏🙏🙏
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) June 1, 2020

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Shocked and saddened to hear about the untimely demise of #WajidKhan, talented and ever-smiling…gone too soon. May God give strength to his family in this difficult time 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) June 1, 2020

Rest in harmony my friend. Had the pleasure of working with both Sajid-Wajid most loving and brilliant. My condolences to his family and especially Sajid. #RIPWajidKhan
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) June 1, 2020

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Sajid-Wajid made their debut as composers, creating music for Salman Khan’s film Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya in 1998. They then continued to create songs for upcoming Salman Kahn movies.

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The duo is credited for composing the entire playlist of movies including Dabangg, Partner and Welcome.

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