Bollywood celebrities mourn Pahalgam terror attack; stars demand justice as nation reels from massacre of innocent tourists in Kashmir

CJ Desk

In the aftermath of the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that claimed the lives of at least 27 people—mostly tourists—leading voices from the Indian film industry have expressed their shock, sorrow, and condemnation.

Celebrities including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Nani, Sunny Deol, Allu Arjun, and Anupam Kher have taken to social media to mourn the victims and call for urgent action. Many of them described the violence as inhumane and cowardly, emphasizing the need for national unity and demanding that the perpetrators be brought to justice.

“Words fail to express the sadness and anger at the treachery and inhumane act of violence that has occurred in Pahalgam. In times like these, one can only turn to God and say a prayer for the families that suffered and express my deepest condolences. May we as a Nation, stand united, strong and get justice against this heinous act.”

—  Shah Rukh Khan

“What happened in Pahalgam is reprehensible. People were there on vacations, honeymoons, celebrating with their families. Just taking in the beauty of Kashmir. So many innocent lives were caught in a storm they never asked for. Targeted, right in front of their loved ones. This is not a tragedy we can move past from. This heinous attack should shake the conscience of humanity. This will haunt us for a long time. To those grieving, displaced, mourning, and living in fear, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m so deeply anguished by this.” 

—  Priyanka Chopra Jonas

“Innocent lives lost. Tourists, families, people who were just... living. Seeking beauty. Seeking peace. And now there’s only grief. Heartbreaking”

—  Alia Bhatt

“Beyond heartbroken for the victims and their families. Praying for the lives lost. #Pahalgam” 

—  Kareena Kapoor Khan

“A cold-blooded terror attack. My heart aches for the victims and their families. There is no justification for such violence” 

—  Anushka Sharma

“Kashmir, heaven on planet earth turning into hell. Innocent people being targeted, my heart goes out to their families . Ek bhi innocent ko marna puri kainath ko marne ke barabar hai” 

— Salman Khan

“…Its victims are only innocent people, humans need to look within themselves. I stand with the affected families in this hour of grief. #PahalgamTerroristAttack” 

— Sunny Deol

“Soo heartbroken by the #Pahalgam attack. Such a beautiful place with kind-hearted people. Condolences to all the families, near and dear of the victims. May their innocent souls rest in peace. Truly heartbreaking” 

— Allu Arjun

“Can’t imagine the pain of the family members who lost their loved ones in the absolutely inhumane act of terrorism in Pahalgam. My deepest condolences and prayers.”  “Hope the culprits behind this heinous act are brought to justice” 

— Vicky Kaushal

“The victims and their families were innocent souls, and what happened is heartbreaking and purely evil. My thoughts and prayers are with them”

 — Ajay Devgn

“The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on innocent civilians is a cowardly act. I have full faith in our armed forces and I’m sure they will do the needful and ensure justice. My prayers and thoughts are with the families of the innocent victims. Jai Hind!” 

— Sidharth Malhotra