Film fraternity pay their homage to Abdul Kalam

The nation was in a state of shock when they heard the demise of former President of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, the day before yesterday following a massive cardiac arrest in Shillong, Assam. From that moment onwards, condolence messages have been pouring from all over and here, we bring you some from the Tamil film fraternity.

AR Rahman - "Dr. Kalam, when you became the President, you gave the word 'hope' a new meaning for Indians... Today, we have lost a great leader who inspired our young minds to feel that we live in the greatest nation on earth and that each one of them can achieve great things... May the creator lead you to heaven"

Suriya - "You proved that birth doesn't define a person but vision and true spirit does! Paper boy, Missile man to President. RIP Abdul Kalam sir"

Arya - "Dr Kalam has inspired millions with his work. If u can inspire anyone it will be the respect that you pay to the greatness"

Anirudh - "RIP APJ Abdul Kalam Sir. Still remember seeing him and feeling awestruck at one of my school events! Legendary soul"