On Monday, December 16, 2024, the world lost renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain. The 73-year-old acclaimed artist was being treated for serious heart-related ailments when he passed away in San Francisco. Following the news, several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Hansal Mehta, Zoya Akhtar, and others, took to social media to mourn the loss of the legendary musician.

As soon as the news of Zakir Hussain’s death spread, Akshay Kumar shared an image of the maestro on his social media. He wrote, "very pained to know about the sad demise of Ustad Zakir Hussain Saab. He was truly a treasure for our country's musical heritage. Om Shanti."

Kareena Kapoor Khan also paid tribute to the legendary musician with a heartfelt image that featured her alongside Zakir Hussain and her father, Randhir Kapoor

Zakir Hussain passes away: Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor and more celebs mourn demise of legendary tabla maestro

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