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Fill shadow with linear gradient (black and white).
Choose Modify > Shape > Soften Fill Edges.
Creating a stage.
Create Oval using Oval Tool and Linear Gradient (gray and white)
Choose Modify > Shape > Soften Fill Adges.
Remove redundant areas. Select it using Selection Tool and click on Backspace.