Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, on Wednesday, expressed shock and grief over the passing away of Kannada thespian Rajkumar. He said Indian cinema has lost a distinguished actor whose achievements will be remembered for long.

In a message, Dr Singh described the famous actor as a versatile personality who enthralled the nation with his histrionic talents and his mellifluous voice over the past five decades or more. He conveyed his condolences to members of Rajkumar's family.

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