Tollywood mourns inspirational Kalam’s demise

The tragic demise of India's 11th President APJ Abdul Kalam on Monday in Shillong has left many in grief including Tollywood actors. Celebrities like Mohan Babu, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Pawan Kalyan mourned the demise of the former President, referring to his death as a great loss to the country.

Here’s what they had to say:

When he visited Srividya Nikethan in 2009, he was so impressed with the premises and facilities that he said ‘it’s akin to Shanti Nikethan’. He has put India on the world map with his services. He is an inspiration to many youngsters in the country - Mohan Babu

His death is a great loss to the nation. They say good and great are seldom in the same man and Kalam was the epitome of both. May his beautiful soul rest in peace -Balakrishna

An Epitome of excellence and Integrity. You have shown what an Ignited mind can achieve. We Salute you Sir. Jai Hind! –Pawan Kalyan on Twitter

Saddened by the sudden death of Mr Abdul Kalam. A pioneer in scientific research . May his soul rest in peace. - Mahesh Babu on Twitter

The country looses one its greatest leader, scientist and citizen Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam.Lets continue to model ourselves after him. – NTR on Twitter

Known as The Missile man, a poet the Bharat Ratna ,visionary and the man who truly loved his country. Will miss u sir. Rest in peace Dr.Abdul kalam – Ram Charan on Facebook

Shocking news.. A Legend. A Visionary. A Leader. An Icon. Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Truly we lost the real Indian hero. You are always an inspiration forever. Rest in peace sir. - Prabhas on Facebook

Abdul kalam - an inspiration to an entire nation.. Sir, we are forever indebted to you..!!! – SS Rajamouli on Twitter