Mumbai: The Indian film fraternity members such as Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn and Jr NTR among many other mourned the death of veteran Bollywood actor Mohammed Yusuf Khan, known to movie lovers across the world as Dilip Kumar, who passed away in the early hours of Wednesday.
Dilip Kumar had been admitted to the PD Hinduja Hospital June 30 for a variety of age-related health issues. His wife Saira Banu Khan had earlier tweeted about his improving medical condition. But that was a short lived glimmer of hope.
Bachchan paid his tribute to the “institution” on Twitter.
He wrote: “An institution has gone.. whenever the history of Indian Cinema will be written, it shall always be ‘before Dilip Kumar, and after Dilip Kumar’.. My duas for peace of his soul and the strength to the family to bear this loss.. Deeply saddened..”
T 3958 – An institution has gone .. whenever the history of Indian Cinema will be written , it shall always be 'before Dilip Kumar, and after Dilip Kumar' ..
My duas for peace of his soul and the strength to the family to bear this loss .. 🤲🤲🤲
Deeply saddened .. 🙏— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) July 7, 2021
Lata Mangeshkar also poured her heart out in an emotional note she posted on Twitter.
“Yusuf Bhai has left his little sister. His demise feels like end of an era. I am not able to grasp this news. I am very sad and at a loss of words. He has left her with memories and words (sic),” she wrote.
यूसुफ़ भाई आज अपनी छोटीसी बहन को छोड़के चले गए.. यूसुफ़ भाई क्या गए, एक युग का अंत हो गया. मुझे कुछ सूझ नहीं रहा. मैं बहुत दुखी हूँ, नि:शब्द हूँ.कई बातें कई यादें हमें देके चले गए.
— Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) July 7, 2021
In a separate tweet, she praised, Dilip Kumar’s wife Saira Banu for taking care of the actor with utter dedication and selflessness. “Yusuf bhai was ill for several years. He was not able to recognise anyone. Saira Banu left everything and devoted herself to him. She had no other life. I pray that his soul rests in peace.”
यूसुफ़ भाई पिछले कई सालों से बिमार थे, किसीको पहचान नहीं पाते थे ऐसे वक़्त सायरा भाभीने सब छोड़कर उनकी दिन रात सेवा की है उनके लिए दूसरा कुछ जीवन नहीं था. ऐसी औरत को मैं प्रणाम करती हूँ और यूसुफ़ भाई कीं आत्मा को शान्ति मिले ये दुआ करती हूँ.
— Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) July 7, 2021
— Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) July 7, 2021
Actor Akshay Kumar tweeted Monday morning calling Dilip Kumar “The Hero”.
“To the world many others may be heroes. To us actors, he was The Hero. #DilipKumar Sir has taken an entire era of Indian cinema away with him.My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Om Shanti,” Akshay wrote.
To the world many others may be heroes. To us actors, he was The Hero. #DilipKumar Sir has taken an entire era of Indian cinema away with him.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Om Shanti 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/dVwV7CUfxh— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) July 7, 2021
Actor Ajay Devgn went down memory lane and recalled “many moments” shared with the late legend.
“Shared many moments with the legend…some very personal, some on stage. Yet, nothing really prepared me for his passing away. An institution, a timeless actor. Heartbroken. Deepest condolences to Sairaji #DilipKumar,” Devgn said.
Shared many moments with the legend…some very personal, some on stage. Yet, nothing really prepared me for his passing away. An institution, a timeless actor. Heartbroken.
Deepest condolences to Sairaji🙏🏼#DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/Il8qaMOOhf— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 7, 2021
Telugu star Jr NTR paid a tribute and said that the veteran thespian will be missed.
“Dilip Kumar Saab’s contribution to the growth of Indian cinema is priceless. Rest in Peace sir. You will be missed,” he wrote.
Dilip Kumar Saab's contribution to the growth of Indian cinema is priceless. Rest in Peace sir. You will be missed
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) July 7, 2021
Actress Huma Qureshi says she is grateful to witness the late thespians work.
“How to mourn you @TheDilipKumar Saab … The Greatest … Ever … Grateful to have witnessed on-screen and be spellbound by your genius,” she tweeted.
How to mourn you @TheDilipKumar Saab … The Greatest … Ever … Grateful to have witnessed on-screen and be spellbound by your genius 🙏🏻🙏🏻
— Huma Qureshi (@humasqureshi) July 7, 2021
Actor Riteish Deshmukh shared a picture with Dilip Kumar and his actress wife Saira Bano. He wrote a long note on Twitter thanking the late star for being his teacher.
Riteish wrote: “Every actor that faces the camera today will thank Dilip Sahab for the being their teacher. Truly an institution. Am completely heartbroken today, will miss his pat on my back, his smile with a twinkle in the eye and fond kisses on my forehead. @TheDilipKumar”
He added: “Dilip Sahab- you will always be the king amongst kings. Greatest of all times. You were a hero to every generation. Rest in glory Sir. My deepest condolences to Saira ji, the entire family, loved ones and millions of fans across the globe.”
Dilip Sahab- you will always be the king amongst kings. Greatest of all times. You were a hero to every generation. Rest in glory Sir. My deepest condolences to Saira ji, the entire family, loved ones and millions of fans across the globe. @TheDilipKumar (2/2) pic.twitter.com/ZvfgGpSGiH
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) July 7, 2021
Actor Manoj Joshi wrote: “Saddened by the demise of #DilipKumar sahab, one of the greatest actor and doyen of Indian Cinema. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.”
Saddened by the demise of #DilipKumar sahab, one of the greatest actor and doyen of Indian Cinema. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. ॐ शांति pic.twitter.com/uOS2y1Csi9
— Manoj Joshi (@actormanojjoshi) July 7, 2021
Actr Jaavd Jaaferi called Dilip Kumar an inspiration. “From God we have come and to Him is our return.The greatest indian actor(in most opinions), legend, and #OG passes on. An inspiration and reference for most actors after him. Thankfully he will be alive in the wonderful world of cinema. Thank you and RIP #DilipSaab #DilipKumar,” he wrote.
From God we have come and to Him is our return.The greatest indian actor(in most opinions),legend,and #OG passes on. An inspiration and reference for most actors after him. Thankfully he will be alive in the wonderful world of cinema.Thank you and RIP #DilipSaab #DilipKumar 🤲🏽🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/KAC2Aespue
— Jaaved Jaaferi (@jaavedjaaferi) July 7, 2021
Actor Tusshar Kapoor shared a poster of the film Saudagar, featuring Dilip Kumar, and said: “Words cannot do justice to describe your life in the movie business and your body of work, that very few can boast of! From Mughal-e-Azam to Saudagar, even my generation was spellbound by your magic on screen and over the audiences! RIP Dilip Saab! I’d rather not say more, for any homage to your life or career would be inadequate!”
Words cannot do justice to describe your life and body of work, that very few can boast of! From Mughal-e-Azam to Saudagar, even my generation was spellbound by your magic on screen and over the audiences! RIP Dilip Saab! I’d rather not say more for any homage would be inadequate pic.twitter.com/nhbQBoCwwL
— Tusshar (@TusshKapoor) July 7, 2021
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta called the late icon “the greatest mainstream actor India ever had or will ever have. There will never be another Dilip Kumar.”
The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021
Actor and comedian Rajpal Yadav shared a picture of Dilip Kumar on Instagram and shared that he will always remain an inspiration to all. “Dilip Sahab, you were and will remain an inspiration not only to artists, but to everyone. Very hard to accept that you are no longer among us Dilip Kumar sahab, but your memories will stay with us forever. My deepest condolences to Saira Banu ji and your whole family.”
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who has directed Dilip Kumar in films like Vidhaata, Karma and Saudagar, tweeted: “Saddest day of my life. Dilip saheb Yusuf bhai gone My personal loss of my most precious idol. No words. RIP SAHEB.”
Saddest day of my life.
Dilip saheb Yusuf bhai gone
My personal loss of my most precious idol.
No words
RIP SAHEB 🙏🏽— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021
Actor John Abraham wrote: “Rest in peace, Sir! #DilipKumar.”
Rest in peace, Sir! #DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/AdnHnNj0cg
— John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) July 7, 2021
Actor Paresh Rawal wrote: “Alvida Yusuf Saab.”
Alvida Yusuf Saab .
— Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) July 7, 2021
Actor Kabir Bedi tweeted: “The passing of legendary Dilip Kumar truly marks the end of an era. He was the last to leave of Bollywood’s triumvirate of iconic superstars: Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand #DilipKumar, all of whom I had the honour of knowing. Rest in peace, Dilip Saab. Your films have immortalised you.”
The passing of legendary Dilip Kumar truly marks the end of an era. He was the last to leave of Bollywood’s triumvirate of iconic superstars: Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand #DilipKumar, all of whom I had the honour of knowing. Rest in peace, Dilip Saab. Your films have immortalised you. pic.twitter.com/fmtTTpxso0
— KABIR BEDI (@iKabirBedi) July 7, 2021
Filmmaker Sudhir Mishra recalled: “Many many years ago Dilip Saab had called some of us to his house. I remember Ketan Mehta and Govind Nihalani being there among others. He wanted us to make short films on communal harmony. I wish we had taken a picture! What a man. What an actor! Thank you, Sir!”
Many many years ago Dilip Saab had called some of us to his house . I remember Ketan Mehta and Govind Nihalani being there among others . He wanted us to make short films on communal harmony . I wish we had taken a picture! What a man . What an actor ! Thank you , Sir !
— Sudhir Mishra (@IAmSudhirMishra) July 7, 2021
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar wrote: “Deepest condolences to Saira ji and family. RIP @TheDilipKumar saab.”
Deepest condolences to Saira ji and family 🙏🏽 RIP @TheDilipKumar saab pic.twitter.com/TcX9dTIO9a
— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) July 7, 2021
Actress Raveena Tandon posted: “A legend passes away, a gap that can never be filled, A true Giant, a kind loving soul to the very end. #DilipKumar Omshanti.”
A legend passes away, a gap that can never be filled, A true Giant ,a kind loving soul to the very end. #DilipKumar Omshanti 🙏🏻🕉🙏🏻
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) July 7, 2021
Actor Manoj Bajpayee shared: “No One like you!!! Have a great Journey from here on Master…. saadar naman. Rest in Peace.”
No One like you !!! Have a great Journey from here on Master ….सादर नमन 🙏 Rest in Peace 🙏🙏🙏 https://t.co/nTv3cwV2wg
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) July 7, 2021
Singer Adnan Sami tweeted: “I am so heartbroken by d news that the ‘King of Cinema’ DILIP KUMAR has passed away. I admired him as an actor & respected him as he was my fathers first cousin frm Peshawar. Therefore I called him Yusuf ‘Lala’. He was very loving to me. ‘Khuda Paiman Lala jan’. #DilipKumar.”
I am so heartbroken by d news that the ‘King of Cinema’ DILIP KUMAR has passed away.
I admired him as an actor & respected him as he was my fathers first cousin frm Peshawar. Therefore I called him Yusuf ‘Lala’. He was very loving to me.
‘Khuda Paiman Lala jan’.🤲#DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/37RbzFb9EP— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) July 7, 2021
Actor Suniel Shetty tweeted: “Today marks the end of an era, as we lost the brightest star of Indian Cinema. You will always live in our hearts Dilip Sahab. Rest in Peace!”
Today marks the end of an era, as we lost the brightest star of Indian Cinema. You will always live in our hearts Dilip Sahab. Rest in Peace! #DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/oPgxkGVWkL
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) July 7, 2021
Actress Renuka Shahane posted: “Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the incomparable legend Dilip Kumar sahab. RIP. His unsurpassed artistry has inspired and will continue to inspire actors all over the world. My heartfelt condolences to Sairaji and his family. He is immortal through his art.”
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of the incomparable legend Dilip Kumar sahab 💔RIP🙏🏽🙏🏽 His unsurpassed artistry has inspired and will continue to inspire actors all over the world. My heartfelt condolences to Sairaji and his family 🙏🏽🙏🏽 He is immortal through his art ❤
— Renuka Shahane (@renukash) July 7, 2021
Actor Arshad Warsi tweeted: “We have lost the greatest actor Indian cinema has known. Dilip sahab was and will always be the bench mark of stardom and immense talent. I am glad he lived a full and loved life… you were and will always be in our prayers… KHUDA HAFIZ…”
We have lost the greatest actor Indian cinema has known. Dilip sahab was and will always be the bench mark of stardom and immense talent. I am glad he lived a full and loved life… you were and will always be in our prayers… KHUDA HAFIZ… pic.twitter.com/LLPtNZBjwb
— Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) July 7, 2021
Actress Urmila Matondkar wrote: “Deepest condolences to smt #SairaBanu ji.. May the Almighty give her strength to bear this great loss.”
Deepest condolences to smt #SairaBanu ji..May the Almighty give her strength to bear this great loss 🙏
— Urmila Matondkar (@UrmilaMatondkar) July 7, 2021
Actor Aftab Shivdasani expressed: “Heroes get remembered but legends never die. Thank you for inspiring millions all over the world. Rest in glory Dilip sahab. An institution. An era. Prayers for your soul and deepest condolences to your family.”
‘Heroes get remembered but legends never die.’ 🙏🏼
Thank you for inspiring millions all over the world. Rest in glory Dilip sahab. An institution. An era.
Prayers for your soul and deepest condolences to your family. 💐💔— Aftab Shivdasani (@AftabShivdasani) July 7, 2021
Actress Esha Deol posted: “#DilipKumar ji we will miss you. Deepest condolences to #SairaBanu ji & the family. May his soul rest in peace.”
#DilipKumar ji we will miss you. Deepest condolences to #SairaBanu ji & the family 🙏🏼 May his soul rest in peace. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/jvLQVQZK7j
— Esha Deol (@Esha_Deol) July 7, 2021
Actor Ronit Roy wrote: “Rest In Peace Yusuf Sahab/ Dilip Sahab. Will never forget the Hot brun pao and butter.”
Rest In Peace Yusuf Sahab/ Dilip Sahab. Will never forget the Hot brun pao and butter. pic.twitter.com/yw6GljMcxY
— Ronit Bose Roy (@RonitBoseRoy) July 7, 2021
Choreographer-filmmaker Farah Khan shared: “I must have been all of 4 yrs old whn i saw my 1st stampede.. @TheDilipKumar had walked into a wedding reception, the guests went mad, especially the women, the stage broke! there was hysteria. #LEGEND.. my deepest condolences to #Sairaji n his family. His legacy continues.”
I must have been all of 4 yrs old whn i saw my 1st stampede.. @TheDilipKumar had walked into a wedding reception,the guests went mad, especially the women,the stage broke! there was hysteria.#LEGEND.. my deepest condolences to #Sairaji n his family.His legacy continues
— TheFarahKhan (@TheFarahKhan) July 7, 2021
Actor Vijay Varma posted: “Both and institution and a scholar in artistic pursuit.. there will never be anyone like you. Rest in glory King Dilip Kumar.”
Both and institution and a scholar in artistic pursuit.. there will never be anyone like you. Rest in glory King Dilip Kumar ❣️ pic.twitter.com/6HsvAhGyGk
— Vijay Varma (@MrVijayVarma) July 7, 2021
Actress Nimrat Kaur tweeted: “Rest in the highest realms of glory Sir….thank you for driving our cinema towards the echelons of excellence. #RIPDilipKumar.”
Rest in the highest realms of glory Sir….thank you for driving our cinema towards the echelons of excellence.
#RIPDilipKumar pic.twitter.com/rpfktQjpS6— Nimrat Kaur (@NimratOfficial) July 7, 2021
Actress Aditi Rao Hydari shared: “Legend forever. Rest in peace #DilipKumar sahab. You will live in our hearts forever. Prayers and condolences to Saira ji, the family and fans.”
Legend forever ❤️
Rest in peace #DilipKumar sahab.❤️
You will live in our hearts forever 🙏🏻Prayers and condolences to Saira ji, the family and fans 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/ZkQNzoqse5— Aditi Rao Hydari (@aditiraohydari) July 7, 2021
Actress Diana Penty tweeted: “#DilipKumar Sahab, you are and will forever be, a legend. My deepest condolences to Saira Banu Ji and the family. May he rest in peace.”
#DilipKumar Sahab, you are and will forever be, a legend ♥️
My deepest condolences to Saira Banu Ji and the family. May he rest in peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Rg2UlAwubh
— Diana Penty (@DianaPenty) July 7, 2021
Actor Salman Khan posted: “Best actor Indian cinema has ever seen and will ever see … #RIP Dilip Saab”
Best actor indian cinema has ever seen and will ever see … #RIP Dilip Saab pic.twitter.com/XG0PM9mjX4
— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) July 7, 2021
Actor Shahid Kapoor wrote: “We are all nothing but versions of you Dilip Saab. Every actor has studied you in awe. Wondering how you did it all. You were as close to PERFECT as it can get. As you return to your spiritual home. The prayers of millions are with you.”
We are all nothing but versions of you Dilip Saab. Every actor has studied you in awe. Wondering how you did it all. You were as close to PERFECT as it can get. As you return to your spiritual home. The prayers of millions are with you. pic.twitter.com/nMY6TAgv9N
— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) July 7, 2021
Actor Anil Kapoor tweeted: “Our world is a little less bright today because one of our brightest stars has left us for the heavens. Dilip Sahab was very close to my father and I had the tremendous honour of sharing screen space with him in three of my most memorable films. He was and will always be the finest and greatest actor of our industry for me. He has inspired generations of artistes. Rest in peace Dilip Sahab, you remain in our minds and hearts forever.”
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) July 7, 2021
Actress Madhuri Dixit posted: “Every now & then some individuals come along who single-handedly alter the present & write history… One such legend was Dilip saab for the world of cinema.”
I was fortunate to have spent some time with him both on & off screen and I'll cherish those memories forever. Praying for the peace of his departed soul & my heartfelt condolence to the family 🙏💔RIP
— Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) July 7, 2021
Actor Sanjay Dutt expressed: “So many special moments with Dilip Saab… he was like a father figure in my life. A huge loss for the film fraternity and for all of us, we have lost a legend today. My deepest condolences to Sairaji, may God give her strength in this tough time.”
So many special moments with Dilip Saab… he was like a father figure in my life. A huge loss for the film fraternity and for all of us, we have lost a legend today. My deepest condolences to Sairaji, may God give her strength in this tough time.🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/BJPtYiRgJv
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) July 7, 2021
Actress Yami Gautam wrote: “Dilip Kumar ji. Your legacy shall be celebrated forever…”
“ उनकी तमन्ना दिल में रहेगी…शमा इसी महफ़िल में रहेगी…”
Dilip Kumar ji 🙏🏻
Your legacy shall be celebrated forever 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/u9h0dnYdHv— Yami Gautam Dhar (@yamigautam) July 7, 2021
Playback singer Asha Bhosle tweeted: “I’m very sad to hear that Dilip Saab is no longer with us. He was like a big brother to me. I have great admiration and respect for his wife Saira bhabhi who has really looked after and dedicated her life to him. Lots of love to her and the family. We share your grief.”
I'm very sad to hear that Dilip Saab is no longer with us. He was like a big brother to me. I have great admiration and respect for his wife Saira bhabhi who has really looked after and dedicated her life to him. Lots of love to her and the family. We share your grief 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/tXIqYcOzjk
— ashabhosle (@ashabhosle) July 7, 2021
Actress Hema Malini posted: “Veteran actor, exemplary role model for all heroes, my respected co star in Kranti, Dilip Kumar ji, is no more. I recall a couple of visits to his house & the pleasant meetings I had with him & Saira ji. My heart goes out to Saira ji, his life partner of many years, for this loss.”
Veteran actor, exemplary role model for all heroes,my respected co star in Kranti, Dilip Kumar ji, is no more.I recall a couple of visits to his house & the pleasant meetings I had with him & Saira ji. My heart goes out to Saira ji, his life partner of many years, for this loss pic.twitter.com/rf706RKJpu
— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) July 7, 2021
Actress Shabana Azmi shared: “Adieu Dilip Saab. Unknown to you I have been your Eklavya. Thank you for the movies. Thank you for the language . Thank you for the dignity . Thank you for being socially responsible. Thank you.”
Adieu Dilip Saab . Unknown to you I have been your Eklavya.Thank you for the movies.Thank you for the language . Thank you for the dignity . Thank you for being socially responsible.Thank you🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/P5UeMUOQ8t
— Azmi Shabana (@AzmiShabana) July 7, 2021
Actress Mrunal Thakur tweeted: “You have not just inspired every person to follow their dreams but have contributed to Indian cinema like no one else has. It’s unreal how all your films have been iconic! We will remember you for everything you are and have been. May your soul rest in peace.”
You have not just inspired every person to follow their dreams but have contributed to Indian cinema like no one else has.
It’s unreal how all your films have been iconic! We will remember you for everything you are and have been.
May your soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/ylAWFlj8OI— Mrunal Thakur (@mrunal0801) July 7, 2021
Actress Divya Dutta tweeted: “My mother and I have together watched his movies ! loved and adored him!! End of an era! That persona ,Those eyes , talent of thst magnitude.. @TheDilipKumar you left us a legacy !! RIP Yusuf saab. I’ll never forget watching naya daur sitting next to him!”
My mother and I have together watched his movies ! loved and adored him!!
End of an era! That persona ,Those eyes , talent of thst magnitude.. @TheDilipKumar you left us a legacy !! RIP Yusuf saab. I’ll never forget watching naya daur sitting next to him!— Divya Dutta (@divyadutta25) July 7, 2021
Actress Shilpa Shetty wrote: “A legend… an icon! From being called the Tragedy King to being an institution for generations of performers, there’ll never be anyone like you. Your legacy will live on forever. Sending prayers & love to Sairaji & family. May your soul rest in peace, #DilipKumar Saab.”
A legend… an icon! 💫
From being called the Tragedy King to being an institution for generations of performers, there’ll never be anyone like you🙏🏻Your legacy will live on forever.
Sending prayers & love to Sairaji & family❤️
May your soul rest in peace, #DilipKumar Saab🙏🏻💐 pic.twitter.com/1swSP3Frtg— SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) July 7, 2021
Veteran actor Anupam Kher tweeted: “The legend lives on!! There is and there will always be a part of #DilipKumar Saab in every Indian actor for generations to come! His performances were like magic. Thank you Sir for those amazing moments i could spend with you! You taught me so much about life, living & acting!”
https://twitter.com/AnupamPKher/status/1412652647841026050
Actor Kay Kay Menon wrote: “Thank you for all the inspiration Dilipsahab!! Always indebted to your genius!! Naman.”
Thank you for all the inspiration Dilipsahab!! Always indebted to your genius!! नमन 🙏 pic.twitter.com/g5eTWTfP3f
— KayKay Menon🇮🇳 (@kaykaymenon02) July 7, 2021
Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui tweeted: “The Greatest in the World Of Cinema. An Institution, An Inspiration & “The Pause”. The Thespian, me & my father admired closely and had watched all his work. His craft could be felt but can never be described in words. #RestInPeaceLegend #DilipSaab.”
https://twitter.com/Nawazuddin_S/status/1412658445421977601
Actor Emraan Hashmi posted: “Before I began my career my grand mom told me that seeing all Dilip Saab’s movies is all I would ever need to feel inspired and start learning the craft. An artist who was subtle, nuanced and never used unnecessary theatrics to portray his characters.”
Before I began my career my grand mom told me that seeing all Dilip Saab’s movies is all I would ever need to feel inspired and start learning the craft. An artist who was subtle, nuanced and never used unnecessary theatrics to portray his characters. pic.twitter.com/HuztFfsbxu
— Emraan Hashmi (@emraanhashmi) July 7, 2021
Actor-comedian Johny Lever tweeted: “I am fortunate enough to have shared some precious moments with the great Dilip Sahab. I remember he did a small mimicry act for me while we were on tour, he served me Biryani once with his own hands at his home and many more such beautiful memories… It was amazing to see how such a great personality like him could be so humble and grounded. He is an institution we loved and learnt so much from. May his soul rest in peace and may God give strength to Saira Ji and his family.”
Rip #DilipKumar Sahab @TheDilipKumar 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/OPINBN5zs1
— Johny Lever (@iamjohnylever) July 7, 2021
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor posted: “Thespian Sh Dilip Kumar has left for his heavenly abode . May his soul rest and peace and May god bless strength to Mrs Saira Banu and family to bear this loss.”
Thespian Sh Dilip Kumar has left for his heavenly abode . May his soul rest and peace and May god bless strength to Mrs Saira Banu and family to bear this loss🙏🙏🙏
— ANNU KAPOOR (@annukapoor_) July 7, 2021
Producer Ashoke Pandit wrote: “Was fortunate to spend time with #DilipKumar Sahab as I was handling the Production of this historical show which was a tribute to 50 yrs of Hindi film music in the 80’s. No one can be better than him. #endofanera.”
https://twitter.com/ashokepandit/status/1412660926839287810
Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh tweeted: “Dil Tadap Tadap ke keh raha hai aa bhi jaa, tu humse aankh na Chura ,Tujhe kasam hai aa bhi jaa– lines sung by my grandfather Mukesh ji for Legendary Dilip saheb ,are words I am reminded of today . You will be missed. RIP Dilip saheb.”
“Dil Tadap Tadap ke keh raha hai aa bhi jaa, tu humse aankh na Chura ,Tujhe kasam hai aa bhi jaa”,lines sung by my grandfather Mukesh ji for Legendary Dilip saheb ,are words I am reminded of today . You will be missed. RIP Dilip saheb 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/IaZgXU1KNN
— Neil Nitin Mukesh (@NeilNMukesh) July 7, 2021
Actress Sonali Bendre expressed: “We lost a gem today… Your contribution to cinema and your legacy will never be forgotten. #RIP #DilipKumar Sahab. Heartfelt condolences to Saira Banu Ji and his family.”
We lost a gem today… Your contribution to cinema and your legacy will never be forgotten. 🙏🏻 #RIP #DilipKumar Sahab.
Heartfelt condolences to Saira Banu Ji and his family. pic.twitter.com/l4c558bRe0
— Sonali Bendre Behl (@iamsonalibendre) July 7, 2021
Actor Rahul Dev shared: “No one like him … The Sahab of Cinema … Incomparable … An institution & national treasure … Rest in peace Dilip Sahab … #Legend #DilipKumar”
No one like him … The Sahab of Cinema … Incomparable …
An institution & national treasure …
Rest in peace Dilip Sahab … #Legend #DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/5ru6RheRFz— Rahul Dev (@RahulDevRising) July 7, 2021