Mumbai, Jan. 28 -- Bollywood celebrities expressed deep grief following the sudden demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash.

Actor Riteish Deshmukh remembered him as a dynamic leader with "zero tolerance for non-performance," praising his ability to inspire those around him and his unmatched wit.

In an emotional post on X, Deshmukh wrote, "Deeply shocked and terribly heartbroken to learn that we have lost Ajit Dada in a tragic accident. One of Maharashtra's most dynamic leaders, he had zero tolerance for non-performance and constantly pushed and inspired those around him to excel. He never minced his words, his wit was unmatched, and he was deeply loved across the state.""His untimely demise leaves...