Legendary actor Dilip Kumar will forever be remembered by his fans and members of the film industry pan India. The actor died at the age of 98 in a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday morning. The legendary actor was taken to the hospital last week after he had complained of breathlessness. South stars poured their hearts out and paid tributes to the legend on social media. Sharing a memory with the actor, Kamal Haasan wrote in one of his tweets: "Dililp 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."
Dililp 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. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/PNdBzjYj7R
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) July 7, 2021
Chiranjeevi, in his tweet, wrote: "An era comes to an end in the Indian film industry. Deeply saddened by the passing of legend Dilip Kumar Saab. One of the greatest actor actors India has ever produced, an acting institution and a National Treasure. Enthralled the world for several decades. May his soul rest in peace."
An Era comes to an END in the Indian Film Industry.Deeply Saddened by the passing of LEGEND #DilipKumar Saab. One of the GREATEST Actors India has ever produced,an Acting Institution & a National Treasure. Enthralled the world for several decades.May his soul Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/f5Wb7ATs6T
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) July 7, 2021
Veteran actor Mohanlal, in his eulogy for Dilip Kumar wrote, "Dilip Kumar ji was the doyen of Indian cinema and will forever be remembered. Condolences to his family and friends. May the legend's soul rest in eternal peace."
Dilip Kumarji was the doyen of Indian Cinema and will forever be remembered.
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) July 7, 2021
Condolences to his family and friends. May the legend's soul rest in eternal peace. pic.twitter.com/s8kRj8cFdw
Superstar Mahesh Babu tweeted: "A timeless legend... His towering brilliance will continue to be an inspiration to actors all around the world. A huge loss for Indian cinema...Rest in peace Dilip Kumar Sir. You will be terribly missed."
A timeless legend.. His towering brilliance will continue to be an inspiration to actors all around the world. A huge loss for Indian cinema...Rest in peace #DilipKumar Sir. You will be terribly missed pic.twitter.com/N2NWjazqKz
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) July 7, 2021
Allu Arjun remembered the legend with these words: "Legendary Dilip Kumar garu no more. May his soul rest in peace. His contribution to Indian cinema is unparalleled. An inspiration to actors across generations and generations to come. Dilip Saab will always be cherished, celebrated and missed."
Legendary Dilip Kumar garu no more . May his soul rest in peace . His contribution to Indian Cinema is unparalleled . An inspiration to actors across generations and generations to come . Dilip Saab will always be cherished , celebrated & missed . #DilipKumar pic.twitter.com/si58mEVYDA
— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) July 7, 2021
Read Jr NTR's tweet here:
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
"A legend ... An inspiration... Thank you for living a wonderful life Dilip Kumar ji," wrote Prakash Raj.
A legend ... an Inspiration... thank you for living a wonderful life #DilipKumar ji ... RIP ... pic.twitter.com/F1uiXHzxsb
— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) July 7, 2021
"Dilip Kumar Saab, very few people have influenced Indian cinema the way you did. We have watched your movies and learnt from you. Rest in peace Sir. My heartfelt condolences to Sairaji," tweeted Baahubali star Tamannaah.
Dilip Kumar Saab, very few people have influenced Indian cinema the way you did. We have watched your movies and learnt from you.
— Tamannaah Bhatia (@tamannaahspeaks) July 7, 2021
Rest in peace Sir
My heartfelt condolences to Sairaji. pic.twitter.com/u9V5CE81iE
"One of the greatest actors the world has ever known has left us. A giant tree has fallen. I pray for the soul of legend Dilip Kumar sahab. I also pray today's generation learns about and celebrates him. He is forever," read Siddharth's tweet.
One of the greatest actors the world has ever known has left us. A giant tree has fallen. I pray for the soul of legend #DilipKumar sahab. I also pray today's generation learns about and celebrates him. He is forever. pic.twitter.com/UKetoz8KIM
— Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) July 7, 2021
"His contribution to this industry is unmatched. My heartfelt condolence to the family in these tough times. May his soul rest in peace. His legacy lives on," Pooja Hegde wrote.
His contribution to this industry is unmatched
— Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) July 7, 2021
My heartfelt condolence to the family in these tough times.
May his soul rest in peace.
His legacy lives on. pic.twitter.com/4lQDF2Xb7f
Some more tributes for Dilip Kumar:
Dilip Kumar Sir is no longer with us! He was and always will be a legend.
— Venkatesh Daggubati (@VenkyMama) July 7, 2021
His legacy will continue to live in our hearts! My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends #ripdilipkumar pic.twitter.com/oelJYdGwj8
The legend bids Adieu. For me it's a personal loss, we started our career from you at #FTII Thank you for all those wonderful timeless performances. Rest In Eternal Peace sirpic.twitter.com/GVS1NPxPpo
— resul pookutty (@resulp) July 7, 2021
The world hailed him as the greatest actor of all time,a brilliant orator and an epitome of unaffected simplicity.He will remain an inspiration to many generations of actors and an enigma to me.Legends live forever!!
— Kichcha Sudeepa (@KicchaSudeep) July 7, 2021
RIP DilipKumarJi.. pic.twitter.com/DAHdfopMqu
End of an era. I will cherish the memories of my childhood spent with you like a treasure. You will remain the Hero of people world over forever.. Rest in peace Yusuf uncle. #DilipKumar #RIPpic.twitter.com/KW7w9LFukj
— KhushbuSundar (@khushsundar) July 7, 2021
Dilip Kumar, in his six-decade long career, starred in acclaimed classics such as Madhumati, Devdas, Mughal-e-Azam, Ganga Jamuna, Ram Aur Shyam and Naya Daur. Dilip Kumar, who married actress Saira Banu in 1966, was known for playing tragic heroes in films like Andaz, Baabul, Mela, Deedar and Jogan. He was last seen in 1998 film Qila.
