Sidharth, one of the most popular and accomplished performers in the entertainment world, died on September 2, 2021, at the age of 40, due to heart arrest. The news of his premature death broke millions of people’s hearts. His close friend and rumoured lover Shehnaaz Gill commemorated him with a throwback photo and a heartfelt message on his birth day today (December 12).
Shehnaaz took to Instagram to share a photo of Sidharth, who was smiling and wearing a white shirt and a black jacket. She said in the caption, “I’ll see you later. 12 12.” The Punjabi singer and actress also uploaded a couple photographs of a cake with Sidharth’s birth date on her Instagram story.
Shehnaaz’s fans and industry friends quickly lavished her with affection, flooding the comment area with hearts and encouraging remarks. Kashmera Shah penned, “Yes. And he will live on in all of our hearts forever.” One of the followers said, “I still can’t believe this man is no longer alive… I see him in those half pants doing his thing and amusing all of us in BB13…. After him, bb is simply a passing fad… why did you do this to us y?” According to a third statement, “Always and forever… And let us enjoy all of our fondest moments of togetherness. Greetings, dear friend. We will honour you.”
Shehnaaz recently paid tribute to the late actor while winning her Filmfare Middle East Achievers Night award in Dubai. “Main ek bande ko thank you bolna chahti hu…thank you for aane ke lie aur merpe itna invest kiya ki aaj main yaha tak phuchi hu…this is for you, Sidharth Shukla. (I’d like to thank someone…Thank you for entering my life. I am who I am now because of you…this is for you, Sidharth Shukla “The audience applauded loudly when Shehnaaz said this.
Sidharth and Shehnaaz became close during their time in the ‘Bigg Boss’ home, however they never publicly admitted to being a pair. Sidharth went on to win the same season in 2020. The public adored the duo’s adorable connection, tagging them as SidNaaz and showering their support and admiration for the friendship. Even on the show, their eternal love for one other flared fiercely.