Dilip Kumar, one of Indian cinema’s most iconic actors, passed away at the age of 98. He was ailing for some time and was admitted to the Hinduja Hospital on June 30. Unfortunately, he breathed his last on Wednesday morning.
“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,” family friend Faisal Farooqui posted from the actor’s Twitter handle.
Kumar starred in some of Indian cinema’s most successful films, including, Mughal-e-Azam, Devdas, Naya Daur, Ram Aur Shyam, and Madhumati.