Dilip Kumar thanks fans on his 97th birthday, pens heartfelt message

Legendary actor Dilip Kumar celebrates his 97th birthday on December 11, 2020, and the actor took to his Twitter handle to thank his fans and loved ones for all the wishes they sent on his special day. Sharing a beautiful picture, Dilip Kumar wrote that he is overwhelmed with all the greetings and calls he has received. He further went on to say that in return for all the warmth, all he has is 'gratitude in his eyes'. 

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Known as the 'Tragedy King of Bollywood', Dilip Kumar has given memorable performances in films such as "Andaz", 'Aan', 'Madhumati', 'Devdas' and 'Mughal-e-Azam'. Dilip Kumar, who made his big-screen debut with 1944 film "Jwar Bhata", is one of the most celebrated stars of Hindi cinema. On his 96th birthday, the actor had a quiet birthday with family and close friends.

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Actor Kangana Ranaut’s sister Rangoli Chandel took to her Twitter handle and posted on her behalf. She wrote: "Kangana says there has been more glamorous or better dancers female actors in the past but she believes in terms of universally accepted Method acting she has established herself in the top position and many agree with her when I ask her about the male actors she says no one has yet surpassed Yusuf Saab ( Dilip Kumar) his sophisticated subtle approach to his characters a beautiful blend of commercial and method. In those days people only knew loud stage acting he introduced method that too blended with his star appeal, we bow down to the legacy that is yet to be challenged. Happy birthday Dilip sir."

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(WITH PTI INPUTS)