Kangana Ranaut Visibly Shaken by Ajit Pawar's Tragic Demise in Aircraft Crash
On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the nation was plunged into mourning following the devastating news of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's untimely death in a charter aircraft crash in Baramati. The tragic incident sent shockwaves across political circles and beyond, with immediate reactions pouring in from various quarters.
Kangana Ranaut's Emotional Response Outside Parliament
Among the first to react in the national capital was actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut, who appeared visibly shaken when informed of the tragedy by media personnel outside Parliament. The BJP MP from Mandi struggled to contain her emotions as the magnitude of the loss began to sink in.
Ranaut was caught completely off guard by reporters in Delhi, as she had been unaware of the early morning development while heading into the Parliament session. A stunned Ranaut told the gathered media, "Oh my God. That's horrible. This is such horrible news. There are not enough words to express. Apne emotions ko align karke (after aligning my emotions), I will give a statement later."
The actress-politician noted that the morning rush often leaves little time for news updates, with the sudden revelation catching her completely unprepared. Her raw, emotional response captured the sense of shock that many across the country were experiencing.
Growing List of Celebrity Condolences
Ranaut joined a rapidly growing list of celebrities offering condolences for the late politician's tragic demise. Prominent figures from Bollywood including:
- Riteish Deshmukh
- Shilpa Shetty
- Madhur Bhandarkar
- Sanjay Dutt
- Anupam Kher
all expressed their grief and shared messages of sympathy following the devastating news. The entertainment industry came together in mourning, reflecting the widespread impact of the tragedy.
Official State Mourning Declared
To honor the late NCP leader, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced three days of official state mourning across Maharashtra. During this period, the state will pay its respects to its longest-serving Deputy Chief Minister by flying the national flag at half-mast across all government buildings and public institutions.
The official mourning period reflects the significant contribution Ajit Pawar made to Maharashtra's political landscape and acknowledges the profound loss felt by the state administration and citizens alike.
Kangana Ranaut's Recent Professional Endeavors
On the film front, Kangana Ranaut was last seen portraying former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the political drama 'Emergency'. The actress continues to balance her political responsibilities with her acting career, maintaining a significant presence in both spheres of public life.
The tragic incident has brought together political and entertainment circles in shared grief, highlighting how public figures across different domains are interconnected in India's social fabric. As investigations into the aircraft crash continue, the nation remembers a seasoned politician whose career spanned decades in Maharashtra politics.
