Film actor Anupam Kher wrote on his Twitter handle, " 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!."
Tributes pour in for Bollywood's 'Tragedy King'
Dilip Kumar
12:57 July 07
12:55 July 07
In a series of tweets, Bollywood singer Lata Mangeshkar tweeted, "Yusuf Bhai was ill for the last many years, could not recognize anyone, at such a time, Saira Bhabhi left everything and served him day and night, there was no other life for her. I bow to such a woman and pray that Yusuf Bhai's soul rest in peace."
12:50 July 07
"Saddened to learn of Dilip Kumar's passing. I can never forget his generosity in giving his time to help raise funds for SKMTH when project launched. This is the most difficult time - to raise first 10% of the funds & his appearance in Pak & London helped raise huge amounts. Apart from this, for my generation, Dilip Kumar was the greatest and most versatile actor," Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted.
12:37 July 07
Taking to his Twitter handle, film actor Kamal Hassan said, "Dilip Kumar Saheb. A career that teaches many actors like me a standard and commitment to maintain in their performance. Truly one of the greatest actors of India leaves us today but leaves us with a treasure trove of his brilliance through his acting. His understated approach is still tried by contemporary actors who are brave enough to attempt it,"
12:27 July 07
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And era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deL
">And era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deLAnd era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deL
Taking to Twitter, filmmaker Subash Ghai said that, "Saddest day of my life. Dilip saheb Yusuf bhai gone. My personal loss of my most precious idol.
No words. RIP SAHEB."
In another tweet, Ghai said, " And era has gone. His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of Indian cinema for centuries to come Movie camera. RIP saheb,"
12:09 July 07
Taking to Twitter, Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee said, "No One like you !!! Have a great Journey from here on Master .. Rest in Peace."
12:03 July 07
"Saddened to know about the demise of Dilip Kumar sir, One of the greatest actors and doyen of Indian Cinema, a Legend. He inspired generations of actors and will always be missed. RIP, " film director Madhur Bhandarkar tweeted.
11:18 July 07
Dilip Kumar's death is the end of an era in Bollywood
Dilip Kumar's death is the end of an era in Indian cinema, said Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut. Talking to reporters, Raut said that Dhilip Kumar was the king of Bollywood and no one can replace him. He also said that the deceased actor had very cordial relations with Balasaheb Thackeray.
10:49 July 07
"Deepest condolences to Saira ji and family," actor Farhan Akthar tweets.
10:14 July 07
Taking to Twitter, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar said, "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
10:12 July 07
"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, " Ajay Devgan tweeted.
09:57 July 07
"He was a doyen of Indian cinema and prolific entertainer," tweets Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik on the passing away of veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
09:53 July 07
"End of a chapter in Bollywood," tweets Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on the demise of veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
09:20 July 07
Taking to Twitter, President Ram Nath Kovind said, "Dilip Saab summarised in himself a history of emerging India. He will live forever in the heart of India."
09:12 July 07
"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," Bachchan Tweeted.
08:53 July 07
PM Modi condoles the passing away of veteran actor Dilip Kumar, says, "He will be remembered as a cinematic legend." He was blessed with unparalleled brilliance, due to which audiences across generations were enthralled. His passing away is a loss to our cultural world, says PM.
08:25 July 07
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My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630
">My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took to Twitter to pay tribute to Veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
"My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji. His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come," he tweeted.
08:25 July 07
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The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021
08:24 July 07
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Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021
08:23 July 07
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Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.
">Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.
08:15 July 07
Dilip Kumar, India's enduring film legend through the decades, died at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday after a prolonged illness, his family and doctors treating him said. He was 98. The actor, known to generations of film-goers as tragedy king' for his portrayal of the brooding, intense romantic in classics such as Mughal-e-Azam and Devdas, had been admitted to the Hinduja Hospital, a non-COVID-19 facility in Khar, since last Tuesday.
Taking to Twitter, Dilip Kumar's spokesperson Faisal Farooqi has also shared the sad news.
"With a heavy heart and profound grief, I announce the passing away of our beloved Dilip Saab, few minutes ago. We are from God and to Him we return," Farooqi tweeted.
Tributes have been pouring in from fans and well-wishers from the country and across the world.
12:57 July 07
Film actor Anupam Kher wrote on his Twitter handle, " 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!."
12:55 July 07
In a series of tweets, Bollywood singer Lata Mangeshkar tweeted, "Yusuf Bhai was ill for the last many years, could not recognize anyone, at such a time, Saira Bhabhi left everything and served him day and night, there was no other life for her. I bow to such a woman and pray that Yusuf Bhai's soul rest in peace."
12:50 July 07
"Saddened to learn of Dilip Kumar's passing. I can never forget his generosity in giving his time to help raise funds for SKMTH when project launched. This is the most difficult time - to raise first 10% of the funds & his appearance in Pak & London helped raise huge amounts. Apart from this, for my generation, Dilip Kumar was the greatest and most versatile actor," Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted.
12:37 July 07
Taking to his Twitter handle, film actor Kamal Hassan said, "Dilip Kumar Saheb. A career that teaches many actors like me a standard and commitment to maintain in their performance. Truly one of the greatest actors of India leaves us today but leaves us with a treasure trove of his brilliance through his acting. His understated approach is still tried by contemporary actors who are brave enough to attempt it,"
12:27 July 07
-
And era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deL
">And era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deLAnd era has gone
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) July 7, 2021
His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of indian cinema for centuries to come 🎥
RIP saheb 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/nf82Uj6deL
Taking to Twitter, filmmaker Subash Ghai said that, "Saddest day of my life. Dilip saheb Yusuf bhai gone. My personal loss of my most precious idol.
No words. RIP SAHEB."
In another tweet, Ghai said, " And era has gone. His name is #DILIPKUMAR
He Will be remembered in golden pages in the history of Indian cinema for centuries to come Movie camera. RIP saheb,"
12:09 July 07
Taking to Twitter, Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee said, "No One like you !!! Have a great Journey from here on Master .. Rest in Peace."
12:03 July 07
"Saddened to know about the demise of Dilip Kumar sir, One of the greatest actors and doyen of Indian Cinema, a Legend. He inspired generations of actors and will always be missed. RIP, " film director Madhur Bhandarkar tweeted.
11:18 July 07
Dilip Kumar's death is the end of an era in Bollywood
Dilip Kumar's death is the end of an era in Indian cinema, said Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut. Talking to reporters, Raut said that Dhilip Kumar was the king of Bollywood and no one can replace him. He also said that the deceased actor had very cordial relations with Balasaheb Thackeray.
10:49 July 07
"Deepest condolences to Saira ji and family," actor Farhan Akthar tweets.
10:14 July 07
Taking to Twitter, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar said, "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
10:12 July 07
"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, " Ajay Devgan tweeted.
09:57 July 07
"He was a doyen of Indian cinema and prolific entertainer," tweets Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik on the passing away of veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
09:53 July 07
"End of a chapter in Bollywood," tweets Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on the demise of veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
09:20 July 07
Taking to Twitter, President Ram Nath Kovind said, "Dilip Saab summarised in himself a history of emerging India. He will live forever in the heart of India."
09:12 July 07
"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," Bachchan Tweeted.
08:53 July 07
PM Modi condoles the passing away of veteran actor Dilip Kumar, says, "He will be remembered as a cinematic legend." He was blessed with unparalleled brilliance, due to which audiences across generations were enthralled. His passing away is a loss to our cultural world, says PM.
08:25 July 07
-
My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630
">My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021
His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took to Twitter to pay tribute to Veteran actor Dilip Kumar.
"My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji. His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come," he tweeted.
08:25 July 07
-
The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021The greatest. There will never be another Dilip Kumar. pic.twitter.com/SqQyykrPe9
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 7, 2021
08:24 July 07
-
Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021Heartbreaking news to begin the day… RIP #DilipKumar sahab… End of an era… Heartfelt condolences to the family. #Legend #Icon pic.twitter.com/Mj1yNiiQtE
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 7, 2021
08:23 July 07
-
Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.
">Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.Shri Dilip Kumar ji was an outstanding actor, a true thespian who was well regarded by everyone for his exemplary contribution to the Indian film industry.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 7, 2021
His performances in films like Ganga Jamuna touched a chord in millions of cinegoers. I’m Deeply anguished by his demise.
08:15 July 07
Dilip Kumar, India's enduring film legend through the decades, died at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday after a prolonged illness, his family and doctors treating him said. He was 98. The actor, known to generations of film-goers as tragedy king' for his portrayal of the brooding, intense romantic in classics such as Mughal-e-Azam and Devdas, had been admitted to the Hinduja Hospital, a non-COVID-19 facility in Khar, since last Tuesday.
Taking to Twitter, Dilip Kumar's spokesperson Faisal Farooqi has also shared the sad news.
"With a heavy heart and profound grief, I announce the passing away of our beloved Dilip Saab, few minutes ago. We are from God and to Him we return," Farooqi tweeted.
Tributes have been pouring in from fans and well-wishers from the country and across the world.
Last Updated : Jul 7, 2021, 1:36 PM IST
