Dilip Kumar, the doyen of Hindi Cinema, breathed his last on Wednesday. He was 98. The legendary actor is survived by his wife, actor Saira ...
Dilip Kumar, the doyen of Hindi Cinema, breathed his last on Wednesday. He was 98. The legendary actor is survived by his wife, actor Saira Banu. The news of his demise has left the entire film fraternity, his friends and fans across the globe, shocked, sad and in mourning. Celebrities offer their condolences to his family, talk about his contribution to Hindi cinema and what they have learnt from him. They also tell us about their favourite film of the artist, whose expression, signature smile and the way he put life into his characters on screen continues to impress and inspire many.
Hasan Zaidi
It's the
saddest news ever, Dilip Saab, everybody says he was an institution but if
there's somebody that I have really followed, really admired and really
wished to have met or worked with, it is Dilip Saab and all the cinema genres
and all the industry all over the world, it was one person that I thought the
complete man in every sense, complete Artist, Human being in every sense,
somebody who embodied everything, what's is with being a good human being a man
and actor, the amount of education he had the way, he equipped himself, the way
he understood cinema, politics and the responsibility as an artist, I think
nobody else could. And I have read books on him, I have just finished reading
his book, in fact, just a week back I watched all his Films, This is just the
saddest day ever. If you ask me my favourite Film of his is Ram aur Shyam, it
had everything in it, it had all emotions in it, but there is no film that you
can pick up of Dilip Kumar Saab and say that there's something missing in it.
Yeh duniya
aaj se, Phir mehroom ho gai..
Aap thhey,
to, Yeah duniya, behtar thhi..
Na hua hai,
na ho payega Koi shaks aapsa,
Na shaqsiyat
Koi, na fankaar aapsa,
Yousuf Sahb.
Visited this planet.. Made it better And left.. Thank you sir.. For
sooooooooooo much.
Inna lillahe wa
Inna elaihe rajeoon.
Anjali
Phougat
This news is
heart-breaking. May his soul rest in peace. Dilip Kumarji was a true legend
and the film industry lost a gem today. My favourite of his films is
Mughal-E-Azam. He was an inspiration to many and his acting skills were
unmatched. Dilip Kumar Ji was a veritable legend of the silver screen. My
sincerest condolences to Dilipji’s family and fans. We will never be able to
fill this void. He will live in our hearts forever and we will always cherish
his films. He has been involved with a number of charitable and social
initiatives and taught us to give back to the community in whatever way
possible. He was such an inspiration to millions.
Sagar Parekh
Waking up to
the news of Dilip Kumar’s demise is definitely heart-breaking. It is
a huge loss for our film industry. He was an actor who never failed to connect
with his audience with every character he performed on screen. Be it Andaz,
Deedar, Devdas or any other film, he mesmerized us with his performance in all
of them. Indians love sad stories and Dilip Kumar Ji was known as the ultimate
tragedy king. My favourite film of Dilip Kumar is Andaz. His character's name
in the movie too was Dilip. The characters he played were intricate,
self-conscious, powerful and rebellious in their own terms. I loved everything
about him and have learnt so much.
Priyanka
Lalwani
I am shocked
to hear about the demise of Dilip Kumar sir. He is one of the legends of Hindi
cinema. A trendsetter in terms of acting, style, he has and will continue to
inspire generations of actors. I remember how much I enjoyed watching his films
Mughal-e-Azam, Saudagar, Naya Daur and many others. My grandfather has a vast
collection of all the film songs of Dilip Kumar and he still plays it on his
system all the time. When I spoke to my grandfather today, he was heartbroken
to hear the news but we ended up discussing Dilip ji’s films and the music we
used to listen to. He told me about his favourite films being Ram Aur Shyam and
Azad. I Hope Dilip sir’s journey has been fulfilling and a beautiful one.
Strength and heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Nivedita Basu
Dilip Kumar
was an icon for the entire Bollywood community. My two favourite films of his
are Karma and Saudagar. I did not watch too many films as a child though. I
think he lived his life happily with his wife Saira Banu. I remember seeing him
smiling in all the pictures, during his interactions with the media. To wear a
smile even in your toughest time is something which I think we should learn
from him. He loved his craft and his passion got translated into his
performances. He was a method actor. I very clearly remember Saudagar because
it was one of the cult films that I watched as a kid. The news of his demise is
shocking. He is and will always be loved and looked up to. His art was pure and
continues to inspire actors of all generations.
Sharad
Malhotra
Dilip Kumar
The king of Indian cinema left us today morning leaving behind the legacy that
will remain forever in our lives and in our hearts, I have seen most of his films
Mughal-E-Azam, Saudagar, Karma, Mashaal are my favourite films
by seeing his films I have learnt a lot as an actor, he got an amazing life
partner as Saira Banu who stood by him through thick and thin
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