Local media, which have been able to access Sridevi's post-mortem report, says the veteran actor fell into a bathtub after suffering a cardiac arrest, and that authorities do not suspect a criminal motive behind her death.

News of Sridevi's death last night broke a million hearts at once. Whether one is a diehard fan or not, it ultimately remained inconsequential - no one could escape the charm of the legendary actor.

At the peak of her career in 1987, Sridevi took some time off her busy schedule for a chat with the then Principal Correspondent and now Editor of India Today magazine, Raj Chengappa.

Members of the film industry, politicians and fans have poured messages of condolence and loss at the death of the iconic star.

Sridevi's sudden death at the age of 54 in Dubai due to cardiac arrest yesterday has left family and fans in shock and grief. This 'Chandni' left the world too soon.

Sridevi, often hailed as India's first female superstar passed away last night in Dubai.