Salman Khan Sentenced to 5 Years Jail Term for 2002 Hit-and-Run Case; Shocked Bollywood Celebs React on Twitter

After more than 13 years, the Mumbai session court on Wednesday has announced its judgement on Salman Khan's 2002 hit-and-run case.

Shah Rukh Khan, Sister Arpita Visit Salman Day Ahead of 2002 Hit and Run Case Verdict — Salman Khan at Airport, Returned from Kashmir on the day before the verdictVarinder Chawla

After more than 13 years, the Mumbai sessions court announced its judgement on Salman Khan's 2002 hit-and-run case on Wednesday.

The supertstar has been found guilty of killing one and injuring four others on the night of 28 September, 2002.

The judge, on Wednesday, dismissed the fact that the actor's driver was behind the wheel and instead declared that Salman was driving the car and was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

The sessions court at 1:10 pm. has sentenced the actor to 5 years jail term.

Following the shocking verdict, Bollywood celebrities took to twitter to extend their support to the much loved actor.

There is an enormous difference between being a criminal and being human. True justice is then served. Keep d faith @BeingSalmanKhan

— sushmita sen (@thesushmitasen) May 6, 2015

I can only respond emotionally just now...my thoughts and prayers are with Salman and his family today....I wish them strength....

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) May 6, 2015

I will pray for a lesser sentence. I have full sympathy with him: Hema Malini on #SalmanVerdict

— ANI (@ANI_news) May 6, 2015

A sad day personally for me to know that Salman Khan has been convicted with maximum punishment. @BeingSalmanKhan — Farah Khan (@FarahKhanAli) May 6, 2015

Not commenting on courts verdict- but my heart goes out 2 @BeingSalmanKhan :large hearted & 1 of d finest people I hv met in this industry.

— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) May 6, 2015

@BeingSalmanKhan is the nicest human being in this business. Wish all our Prayers and love help him in this difficult time. Deeply saddened. — Bipasha Basu (@bipsluvurself) May 6, 2015

He is the man that saved my Mothers life. That I will never forget. #SalmanKhan

— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) May 6, 2015

Cases go unheard .What are the damn pavement laws in our country? Does the govt really care about the pavement? Or is it Salman?#SalmanKhan — ALI (@alifazal9) May 6, 2015

Terrible news. Dnt knw wht to say except tht will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what. Hes a good man and no 1 can tk tht away frm him.

— Sonakshi Sinha (@sonakshisinha) May 6, 2015

I stand for the man who stands for everyone .. Always respect you big brother @BeingSalmanKhan your fans R with you pic.twitter.com/MAjjjRx9Gp — King Mika Singh (@MikaSingh) May 6, 2015

Daisy Shah: "The man is kind n has a golden heart n no 1 can change dat. The news r saddening. But I stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what."

It doesn't matter what anyone or any court says he doesn't deserve this at any level...will stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what... — Arjun Kapoor (@arjunk26) May 6, 2015

I won't comment on the courts judgement. But salman Bhai has the biggest heart and is the most helpful person in this industry

— Varun SURESH Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) May 6, 2015

The man is kind n has a golden heart n no 1 can change dat. The news r saddening. But I stand by @BeingSalmanKhan no matter what.

— Daisy Shah (@ShahDaisy25) May 6, 2015

Tusshar Kapoor: "Thoughts & prayers with @BeingSalmanKhan & his family! Respect for the courts but eventually it's God who will judge for justice to prevail!"

It would be inappropriate to comment on the court's decision but my thoughts and prayers are with Salman bhai and his family.

— soha ali khan (@sakpataudi) May 6, 2015

Salman khan n all of us have to respect court verdict but we all know that salman is excellent as human who can't fight with destiny

— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) May 6, 2015

Hurts to think of what could happen. We will always be with you. Hope the judge sees the beauty of a human being that Salman Khan is.

— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) May 6, 2015

Would hope tht justice system isnt based on wht media says or person's status in life: Vijay Mallya #SalmanVerdict pic.twitter.com/u7YIuVKLOv

— ANI (@ANI_news) May 6, 2015

Today I wish he wasn't a superstar. Prejudice. @BeingSalmanKhan

— Pulkit Samrat (@PulkitSamrat) May 6, 2015

Heart broken at the verdict against @BeingSalmanKhan.Prayers & strength to him & his wonderful family.

— kunal kohli (@kunalkohli) May 6, 2015

The Kapoors are with the Khans in their difficult time. Time is the biggest healer. God Bless!

— rishi kapoor (@chintskap) May 6, 2015

Come out fraternity, support @BeingSalmanKhan boldly not hypocriticly Roads footpath r not meant 4 sleeping, not driver's or alcohol's fault

— abhijeet (@abhijeetsinger) May 6, 2015

Mumbai ke road Aur footpath pe sone ka shauk hai ?? Y not at your village no vehicles to kill u.. Support @BeingSalmanKhan @sonakshisinha

— abhijeet (@abhijeetsinger) May 6, 2015

I can't comment on whatever has happened... All I know is that @beingsalmankhan is the most genuine, kind hearted man I've ever met.

— Anusha (@VJAnusha) May 6, 2015

It's like penalising a train driver because someone decided to cross the tracks and got killed in the bargain. #salmankhancase

— Farah Khan (@FarahKhanAli) May 6, 2015

Have to respect the law of this country but my prayers and thoughts are with @BeingSalmanKhan and his family at this time..wish him strength

— Aftab Shivdasani (@AftabShivdasani) May 6, 2015

???? Nothing else to say..Except stay strong @BeingSalmanKhan ..like u always have..

— Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) May 6, 2015

I'm not commenting on the Salman verdict at all. Just waiting to see criminal politicians brought to justice. Will that ever happen?

— raghu ram (@tweetfromRaghu) May 6, 2015

Just not fair on @BeingSalmanKhan . My prayers w him n his family to be strong. We r all with u

— ameesha patel (@ameesha_patel) May 6, 2015

I respect the law but @BeingSalmanKhan & his family have helped so many people & have the kindest heart. This hurts. God give them strength.

— SOPHIE CHOUDRY (@Sophie_Choudry) May 6, 2015

My heart goes out for @BeingSalmanKhan and family #SalmanVerdict

— Rahul Mahajan (@TheRahulMahajan) May 6, 2015

I know no one is above law.But I also know @BeingSalmanKhan has a huge heart,n his family is an example of love n kindness.I pray for them.

— Ashish Chowdhry (@AshishChowdhry) May 6, 2015

#PrayForSalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/25xlGlxqe3

— Gautam Gulati (@TheGautamGulati) May 6, 2015

The verdict! ? My heart is wid @BeingSalmanKhan n the family. I think he suffered enuf mentally for all dat happnd. But we hv 2 follw d law.

— bhagyashree (@bhagyashree123) May 6, 2015

It hurts when your own are punished, even if they are in the wrong. We love you and are standing by you

— Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) May 6, 2015

All my love and prayers are with @BeingSalmanKhan and his family!!

— upen patel (@upenpatelworld) May 6, 2015

My prayers for all those affected by the earthquake.. Stay strong... God bless you all

— Yo Yo Honey Singh (@asliyoyo) April 25, 2015

Sad ... Dnt know what to say but @BeingSalmanKhan v r with u ..... Not coz ur a super star coz u have a super soul ..more power #gods child

— KUSHAL TANDON (@KushalT2803) May 6, 2015

Support and prayers for @BeingSalmanKhan and the entire khan family...may god give them courage at this sad time...

— Sajid Khan (@SimplySajidK) May 6, 2015

not a pleasant news to hear abt salman being given 5 yrs jail, shocker for all f us but an eye opener for ppl who ridiculed our legal system

— Baba Sehgal (@OnlyBabaSehgal) May 6, 2015

Our prayers are with Salman and his family! He is a brave and wonderful human! ?May god bless !

— Esha Deol (@Esha_Deol) May 6, 2015

It would be inappropriate to comment on the court's decision but my thoughts and prayers are with Salman bhai and his family.

— soha ali khan (@sakpataudi) May 6, 2015