Legendary actor Dilip Kumar, popularly known as the ‘Tragedy King’ of Bollywood, passed away unexpectedly in Mumbai on July 7, 2021, after a prolonged illness. He was 98 years old.
Dilip Kumar’s versatile acting abilities and charming personality captivated audiences for over six decades. His style of dialogue delivery and memorable lines still resonate with fans today. From Kaun kambakht hai jo bardaasht karne ke liye peeta hai, main toh peeta hoon ki bas saans le sakun to Ek kranti marega… toh hazaar kranti paida honge, his dialogues have become iconic.
On the occasion of Dilip Kumar’s second death anniversary, his wife Saira Banu made her debut on Instagram and paid a heartfelt tribute to her late husband. She shared Dilip Kumar’s favorite Urdu couplets, expressing her gratitude to their well-wishers and friends from around the world who continue to remember and honor him.
Saira Banu reminisced about her loss and quoted an Urdu couplet that depicted her longing for him to awaken from his slumber. She expressed that even after his departure, she feels his presence and believes they will continue to walk the path of life together.
Describing Dilip Kumar as an iconic guiding light, Saira Banu praised his acting prowess and humble persona. She emphasized his contributions not only to the film industry but also to various societal and humanitarian activities.
Dilip Kumar, known for pioneering method acting in Indian cinema, dominated the film scene from the late 1940s to the 1960s. He earned the nickname Abhinay Samrat (Emperor of Acting) due to his impeccable performances. Kumar holds the record for the most Filmfare Awards for Best Actor wins, a record later equaled by Shah Rukh Khan, who was also the award’s first recipient. Dilip Kumar is also recognized as the First Khan of Hindi Cinema.
During his career spanning five decades, Dilip Kumar acted in less than 60 films and portrayed a wide range of roles. Some of his notable movies include ‘Andaz’ (1949), ‘Daag’ (1952), ‘Devdas’ (1955), ‘Azaad’ (1955), ‘Naya Daur’ (1957), ‘Madhumati’ (1958), ‘Mughal-E-Azam’ (1960), and ‘Ram Aur Shyam’ (1967).
For his contributions to Indian cinema, Dilip Kumar received several prestigious honors, including the Padma Bhushan in 1991, the Padma Vibhushan in 2015, and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1994.
Saira Banu’s Instagram debut aims to share not just Dilip Kumar’s life, thoughts, and vision, but also his dedication and commitments to various causes. She intends to keep alive his legacy as an exceptional actor and a remarkable human being.
As fans and the film industry continue to remember and honor Dilip Kumar, his presence will remain eternal through his timeless performances and the impact he made both on and off the silver screen.
