Legendary Actor Dilip Kumar Passes Away at 98: A Tribute to a Bollywood Icon

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Veteran Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar passed away in Mumbai on Wednesday morning at the age of 98, leaving behind a legacy of over six decades in the Indian film industry. The first superstar of Bollywood was admitted to Hinduja Hospital last month, where he was being treated for advanced prostate cancer that had spread to other organs of his body. Despite receiving multiple blood transfusions and extensive medical attention, the cancer spread made it difficult for doctors to treat him. Kumar's wife, Saira Banu, stayed by his side 24/7 in the hospital, a testament to their enduring love and devotion.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dilip Kumar was a Bollywood icon with a career spanning over 65 films, including iconic roles in 'Devdas', 'Naya Daur', 'Mughal-e-Azam', 'Ganga Jamuna', 'Kranti', and 'Karma'.
  • He suffered from advanced prostate cancer that had spread to other organs of his body, with complications such as water in the pleural cavity and kidney failure.
  • Kumar received multiple blood transfusions but the cancer spread made it difficult for doctors to treat him.
  • He was bedridden for several months and became unresponsive in the last few days, suffering a drop in blood pressure and haemoglobin.
  • His wife, Saira Banu, stayed with him in the hospital until the end.
  • The family has decided to bury Dilip Kumar at Juhu graveyard in Santacruz at 5 pm on Wednesday.

Statistics:

  • Dilip Kumar was 98 years old at the time of his passing.
  • He had a career spanning over 65 films.
  • He was admitted to Hinduja Hospital for 3-4 months prior to his passing.
  • He received multiple blood transfusions (no specific number mentioned).
  • The cancer had spread to other organs of his body.

Sources:

  • Indian Express
  • Contify.com
  • Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd.