Today marks the fourth death anniversary of the beloved Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar, who died on July 7, 2021. He is still known as the Tragedy King of Bollywood and continues to live on in the hearts of millions. While Kumar’s fans and celebrities from all over the country are paying tribute to him, one emotional moment stand out during this particular tribute and it was shared on social media.
TimesApplaud posted a heartfelt tribute in the form of monochrome photograph which was shared by Dharmendra along with a message reminiscing about his wonderful friendship with the late actor. On this grave occasion of remembering their beloved friend and colleague, they remember the tender moments they shared together, while Dharmendra shed tears of admiration and grief.
Dharmendra’s words, “Aaj ka din kitna ghamnak aur manhoos din hai… aaj ke din, mere bahot hi pyaare bhai, aap sab ke chahete… adakar, film industry ke khuda, ek nek aur mahaan insaan… Dalip saheb… humein hamesha hamesha ke liye chhod kar chale gaye. Yeh sadma bardaasht tou na hoga, tasalli de leta hoon woh kahin aas paas hain.” resonated with fans who poured their emotions into the comments. But the most touching comment came from none other than Saira Banu, Dilip Kumar’s devoted wife and a veteran actress herself.
She wrote: “My Sahib will live in our hearts FOREVER.”
A few simple yet powerful words that reflect the everlasting love she holds for her late husband. Her comment quickly became the highlight of the post, stirring emotions across social media.
Fans reacted with heartfelt messages, showing their respect and affection for both Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu. The post, which celebrated friendship, love, and legacy, reminded everyone of the unparalleled impact Dilip Kumar had on Indian cinema and on those who knew him personally.
Dilip Kumar’s contribution to the film industry remains unmatched, with iconic roles in classics like Devdas, Mughal-e-Azam, and Naya Daur. His legacy is not only etched in cinema history but also in the hearts of millions who admired him both on and off screen.
