By Subhash K Jha

Sushmita Sen : "Every meal I've eaten in the last 83 hours has been a burden. When he broke his fast I could breathe easy and eat without guilt. Sir Anna Hazare's life brilliantly exemplifies the power of an individual to bring a change in the socio-political mindset.

His spirit and energy at 72 are truly inspiring. At that age he has inspired a nation with the youngest population in the world and galvanized it into action. His victory is indeed a victory of democracy! He has opened the door and now it's up to us walk into a new dawn. "

A R Rahman: "Ru-ba-ru roshni.... It's the beginning of an eternal rise for India. "

Shabana Azmi: "The writing was clearly on the wall. Anna Hazare's triumph was a foregone conclusion. He embodies the aspirations of a nation that has suffered enough.

A nation that wanted the good fight. In a democracy the citizens must set the agenda as active participants, not passive recipients. That's what the agitation demanding the Jan Lok Pal Bill did. It proved that people matter. "

Bipasha Basu: "Anna Hazare's victory shows the strength of people and our democracy. It is a very positive sign for India. Corruption is our biggest enemy. Now with the formation of the committee the tools to fight it would be much stronger.

We need a hazaar Hazares in our country. The momentum of this movement must not stop here. The actual victory will happen when the Bill is finally passed by Parliament.

Urmila Matondkar: "It is a victory of Gandhism and also a victory for the angry masses who suffered enough corruption and demanded a clean and transparent system of governance. This victory however is only a beginning.

It is a very important step in the crusade to ensure a corruption-free India. As during Jayapraksah Narayan's movement the youth need to make themselves an essential part of the change by acting as responsible vigilant citizens. "

Chitrangda Singh: "It took one 74-year old humanbeing to show us we can come together for a change. It's a big lesson for our democracy and one that we should not forget. Thanks to Anna, our new Gandhi. "

Shilpa Shetty: "I salute his gumption and selfless devotion to cleansing our society. He makes me feel very small. I respect him unconditionally. "

Raveena Tandon: "I totally support Anna Hazare's cause. The time was right for a 72-year old to wake up young India. Gandhigiri triumphs again. I'm honoured to be present at a time when history is being made. "

Pooja Bedi: "He has won the hearts, respect admiration and gratitude of every patriotic Indian! He has given us the key to an India we will be proud to hand over to our children. More power to him. "

Hema Malini: "His victory is a great high. But is it that easy to take it forward?"

Irrfan Khan: "I think we should wait for the monsoon session of parliament. "

Farah Khan: "I think as a people we're realizing our power to bring about change. I was at the rally at Jantar Mantar. I went there because as a mother I really wish my children to grow up in a corruption-free environment. I was amazed by the number of youngsters who were there to support Anna Hazare's movement. I think it's time for all of us to wake up. "

Gulzar: "Anna Hazare nahin, hazaaron hain! He has assured us that India is safe in young hands. It is a great new generation that has come forward to display a socio-political awareness. "

Sarah Jane Dias: "I am ecstatic! This is a victory for our country as one united force. Never felt more proud to be an Indian. "

Nandita Das: "Such a singular victory reaffirms our faith in the power of non-violent forms of protest in a democracy. It shows the change that people can bring about. But this is only a beginning. An uphill task of eradicating corruption now awaits us. God bless Anna Hazare. "

Sajid Khan: "Forget Bollywood and cricket stars. Anna Hazare is truly the nation's youth icon. A legend, if ever there was one. "

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: "I think somewhere this man's simplicity touched everyone's heart. Here was a man completely of unaware of his power. He decided to take matters into his hand. And he didn't care about who was watching or not watching him do the right thing. The greatness of Anna Hazare is power to sway a nation that was on the brink of collapse. "

Darsheel Safary: "No matter what the truth will always win. I hope his battle-cry against corruption will be carried forward by youngsters like us who have the power to shape our tomorrow. "

Esha Deol: "He's awe-inspiring!I'd have loved to send him some yummy South Indian food to break his fast. We need more such people in our country. "

Sanjay Gupta: "With Anna Hazare's victory the journey to a less corrupt India has begun. He has lit the fire. Now we need to make sure it doesn't get extinguished. "

Farhan Akhtar: "Great news! Just goes to show what one man with honest intentions can achieve. I thank Anna Hazare for showing us a path to follow. "

Vivek Oberoi: "An incredible and inspiring victory for truth and integrity. He is indeed the Mahatma Gandhi of our times. Here's looking forward to a corruption-free India. Jai Hind!"

Dia Mirza: "Anna Hazare won because the nation had faith in him. His track record is admirable and India was forced to believe that this time there is hope. Even though he very graciously says it's the people's victory I think the triumph is his. Without him leading the movement India would not have taken to the streets. "

Anushka Sharma: "One man stood up and made this happen. It shows the strength of will and how effectively it can be used to exercize the power of democracy. "

Neha Dhupia: "I think it's a great step forward. The only thing holding our nation from being the biggest and the best in the world was a bunch of corrupt ministers. Now hopefully the money will be spent in the proper channels. "

Naseeruddin Shah: "It's too soon to celebrate. These are politicians we are dealing with. "