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Bollywood Mourns Hulk Hogan: Varun Dhawan & Arjun Kapoor Pay Tribute to a Legend

Bollywood Mourns Hulk Hogan: Varun Dhawan & Arjun Kapoor Pay Tribute to a Legend

Time of India2 days ago
WWE icon Hulk Hogan passed away at 71 after a sudden cardiac arrest at his Florida home, confirmed by WWE and local authorities .Tributes poured in from across the globe—among them Bollywood stars Varun Dhawan and Arjun Kapoor, who shared heartfelt Instagram Story messages:Varun wrote, 'You inspired an entire generation, Hulkster. RIP.' Arjun shared, 'A part of my childhood just went with you Hulkster… thank you for the memories.' His death has triggered grief across entertainment and sports communities, including heartfelt tributes from Rocky III's Sylvester Stallone and fellow wrestling legends .
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