Saira Banu and Dilip Kumar, without doubt, one one of the most iconic couples of showbiz.
The legendary faces from the golden era of Indian cinema were inseparable for decades, all the way till Dilip Kumar’s passing in 2021, at the age of 98.
But even now, Saira Banu, who’s 78, keeps the late legend’s memory no matter where she goes.
Just days ago, she made her debut on Instagram marking the death anniversary of her late husband, and remembered him with her first post on the platform.
Sharing a photo of herself with Dilip Kumar, she wrote in the caption:
“Sukoon-E-Dil Ke Liye Kuch Toh Ehtemaam Karoon Zara Nazar Jo Miley Phir Unhe Salaam Karoon Mujhe Toh Hosh Nahin Aap Mashwara Dijiyey Kaha Se Chedoon Fasana Kahan Tamaam Karoon”
She further stated:
‘I am writing this note on the 7th of July to especially express my gratitude to the overwhelming multitude of caring well-wishers and dearest friends from the world over who have so tremendously swept me off my feet till today with their everlasting remembrance, love and respect for my Kohinoor, Dilip Kumar Sahib.’
‘This is the day, “7th of July” at “7 am” when time stood still and my loved one slid into a deep slumber. I pleaded with the Almighty that, ‘Sahib’, as I always called him should react to one of his favourite couplets,’ she added.
Here’s her full post:
RIP Dilip Kumar
His memory truly lives on through the tireless efforts of the ever-so-great Saira Banu.