Dilip Kumar’s death on Wednesday has left the entire Indian film fraternity shocked and in mourning. Secondly, The legendary actor who passed away at the age of 98 has left a void in cinema and a huge body of work behind, for future filmmakers and actors to learn from. Moreover, Dilip Kumar, who had been facing regular health issues for months now, passed away at Mumbai’s Hinduja Hospital. Furthermore, “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,” his friend Faisal Farooqui wrote on the actor’s official Instagram account.
Dilip Kumar ‘Tragedy King’ of Bollywood:
Moreover, he was Popularly known as the ‘Tragedy King’ of Bollywood, Kumar was known as a method actor who was never limited to genres. In a career spanning more than five decades, the prolific legend was part of comedies, dramas, romance, and so on. Furthermore, Some of his best-known films include Aan, Daag, Devdas, Madhumati, Azaad, Mughal-e-Azam, Gunga Jamuna, Kranti, Karma, Ram Aur Shyam, among others. Dilip Kumar also possessed the distinction of being the only Indian recipient of Pakistan’s highest civilian award, Nishan-e-Imtiaz.
Furthermore, For his contribution to cinema, Dilip Kumar was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest award in the artform. He also received the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award of the country. Along with Shah Rukh Khan, he held the record for winning the most Filmfare Awards in the Best Actor category: 8. Additionally, He also won the inaugural trophy in the same category in 1954. Here are all the wishes and obituaries pouring in for the icon.
All Bollywood Celebrities Cosoledences:
Deeply saddened by the passing of Dilip Sahab. A genius actor who made such a huge impact in Indian cinema. An inspiration for generations to come. 🙏 #DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/hABPsu3WVR
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) July 7, 2021
A Performer.
An Inspiration.
A Timeless Actor.
🙏💔#DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/sxmswsGuzO— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) July 7, 2021
#Dilipkumar was family , a pillar of strength, a legend in his field and an amazing human being. I have lost another father today. May his soul rest In peace pic.twitter.com/8cj7GN8E4z
— Priya Dutt (@PriyaDutt_INC) July 7, 2021
A legend, an institution and an inspiration to generations.
We were blessed to witness your magic on the screens, which will stay immortalised in the hearts of generations to come. Rest in peace #DilipKumar Saab. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/fODS89hx7P— Red Chillies Entertainment (@RedChilliesEnt) July 7, 2021
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! pic.twitter.com/edlguQez9i
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) July 7, 2021