Shah Rukh Khan,Priyanka Chopra, other Bollywood celebrities condemn Manchester explosion

At least 22 people, including children, were killed in a deadly explosion at Manchester Arena in the UK at the end of a pop  concert by the US singer Ariana Grande.

Officials said at least 59 people were wounded in the suspected terror strike on Monday night at the Manchester Arena.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan condoled the loss of lives in the blast and tweeted: "Extremely sad to start days when innocent lives are lost. Prayers for the deceased & strength to the families of the Manchester victims."

Actress Sonam Kapoor said: "I'm so angry and heartbroken at the state of the world. My thoughts and prayers with the victims and families in Manchester."

Actor Varunn Dhawan said: "Strength and prayer to all the families affected #Manchester #prayersforManchester."

International actress Priyanka Chopra tweeted: "My thoughts and prayers are with @ArianaGrande and everyone who was hurt at the concert in Manchester.. what is happening to the world.."
Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Theresa May has postponed her campaigning for the general elections and will chair a meeting of Cobra committee later, the BBC reported.

"All our thoughts are with the victims and the families of those who have been affected," May was quoted as saying in the media.

Following the attack, the area was cordoned off, thereby disrupting train services.

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