Renowned actor Mohanlal paid tribute to the late Pope Francis, hailing him as a symbol of grace and humility who brought hope to millions across the globe. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Mohanlal wrote, "May his spirit awaken kindness within us all, and may the values he lived by inspire a world bound by compassion and unity. My prayers and thoughts are with him."

Tributes have poured in from various quarters, including Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who described Pope Francis as a remarkable figure devoted to championing the cause of universal love and peace. He lauded the Pope’s unwavering commitment to both spiritual and humanitarian service.

Pope Francis passed away following complications while recovering from bronchitis. He had recently been discharged from the hospital on March 23, after a prolonged 35-day stay. His final public appearance was during Easter at St. Peter’s Square.

In what would be his last Easter message, Pope Francis had made a passionate plea for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. He urged the world to stand in solidarity with those suffering in both Palestine and Israel, emphasizing the urgent need to aid people facing starvation and crisis.