Dilip Kumar’s younger brother Aslam Khan passes away, had tested positive for COVID-19

Legendary actor Dilip Kumar's younger brother, Aslam Khan passed away early morning today, on August 21, 2020. He was suffering from diabetes, ischaemic heart disease, and hypertension. Aslam had also tested positive for COVID-19. The news of the actor's younger brother's demise was confirmed by Lilavati Hospital. 

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Both of Dilip Kumar's brothers had tested positive for COVID-19

The Mughal-E-Azam actor's two brothers, Ehsaan Khan along with Aslam were admitted to Lilavati Hospital last Saturday. Aslam had started complaining of breathlessness after which he was rushed to the hospital along with Ehsaan. Both had tested positive for COVID-19 after which they were immediately admitted to the coronavirus ward of the hospital. The oxygen saturation of both Ehsaan and Aslam had dropped below 80 percent.

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Aslam Khan was the youngest of the three

Dr. Jalil Parker from the hospital had earlier revealed the same to Hindustan Times. He had said that both of the Naya Daur actor's brothers have been kept in the ICU but they have not been intubated yet. He had added that considering their age and pre-health condition issues like hypertension and tension, they have to be careful while treating them. Ehsaan is 90-year-old while Aslam was a few years younger than both him and Dilip who is 80-year-old.

The brothers were admitted to the hospital by Dilip's wife and legendary actor Saira Banu. The vital organs for both Ehsaan and Aslam were of huge concern for the doctors and they were at once put under an invasive ventilator. Despite numerous efforts by the doctors, the conditions of the brothers continued to remain critical. 

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Earlier, the Devdas actor had also penned a beautiful poem on spreading awareness amongst his fans to stay indoors amidst the ongoing pandemic situation. The actor had shared the poem stating that he urges everyone to stay home and save lives. In his poem, he had mentioned how one needs the medication and prayers during this time of crisis. The actor had also stressed social distancing in his poem. Take a look at it.