Bollywood celebs await the return of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman

As India awaits with bated breath for Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman to return home safely, Bollywood celebs also share the same sentiment on social media. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday announced that the Indian Air Force pilot will be released on Friday and returned to the country as a “gesture of peace”. As people across the country wait for the return of India's braveheart, Bollywood celebrities have also started taking to social media in anticipation. Filmmaker-producer Karan Johar took to Twitter to salute the bravery and courage of the captured IAF pilot. He wrote, “We salute your bravery and valour....we applaud your strength in the face of adversity....#WelcomeHomeAbhinandan."Anupam Kher also took to Twitter and thanked Abhinandan Varthaman, on behalf of the whole nation, for his courage and bravery. He wrote an elaborate heartfelt post for the IAF pilot. Actor Emraan Hashmi, who was last seen in 'Why Cheat India', applauded Abhinandan Varthaman's strength and tweeted, “Everyone awaits your return . Proud of you sir !! Salutes to the brave son of india #WelcomeHomeAbhinandan."