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Dilip Kumar hospitalised in non-Covid ward over complaints of breathlessness

Dilip Kumar hospitalised in non-Covid ward over complaints of breathlessness

His official Twitter account denies rumours of his passing, asks people not to believe WhatsApp forwards.
07 Jun, 2021

Bollywood giant Dilip Kumar was hospitalised Sunday morning at the Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai over complaints of breathlessness. His wife, Saira Banu, told the media that doctors were running tests on him to investigate his illness. His Twitter account is active and has been providing routine updates on the Mughal-e-Azam star's health.

An initial tweet reported that the star was facing "episodes of breathlessness," and had been "been admitted to non-Covid PD Hinduja Hospital Khar for routine tests and investigations."

Speaking to Pinkvilla, Banu said, “We are having him treated over here. He has reported some fluid retention, so we are figuring that out. Just now the sonography has been done again, he is better. You all keep praying that he gets better and better.”

As with most celebrity news, news of Kumar's illness also went through the WhatsApp rumour mill and claims emerged of his death. Kumar's account warned followers against these rumours and said "Don’t believe in WhatsApp forwards."

It announced that 98-year-old was stable.

The tweet also inspired optimism among fans, saying that doctors believed that he would be home in the next two to three days.

A tweet was published earlier in the day as well, addressing the disinformation and providing an update on Kumar's health.

"Dilip Saab is on oxygen support — not on ventilator," the tweet clarified.

It also reported that a specialist treating Kumar said they're "waiting for few test results to perform pleural aspiration."

To call Kumar a legend of Bollywood would be an understatement. The man, often known as the Tragedy King of Bollywood, practically was Bollywood for a good few decades — alongside the Big B — with iconic blockbusters like Devdas, Naya Daur, Karma, Mashaal and Shakti to his credit. His fans are hopeful of the star's quick recovery and we hope for the same.

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Jamil Soomro, New York City Jun 07, 2021 06:33pm
The great Dilip Kumar. The towering magnetic personality of the Indian Film Industry. Our prayers are with you for your early recovery.
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Fast comment Jun 07, 2021 07:09pm
Get well soon.
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jun 07, 2021 07:23pm
Wishing him an early and complete recovery, long life, better health and a good time.
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Mimi Jun 07, 2021 07:26pm
Time for him to move on.
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Chrís Dăn Jun 07, 2021 08:16pm
My best wishes for Dilip Kumar jee.
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JustSaying Jun 07, 2021 08:22pm
@Mimi " Time for him to move on... " Everybody has to move on... The Almighty will decide...
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tarik Jun 07, 2021 08:37pm
Time of inevitable reality every human have to face sooner or later!
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Ram Jun 07, 2021 08:38pm
@Mimi Why would you say such a thing to any human being? What wrong has he done to you?
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AZAM AKBAR Jun 07, 2021 09:33pm
Wishing him soon recovery.
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Syed Hussain Akbari Jun 07, 2021 09:46pm
May Yousuf Khan (Dillip Kumar) have fast recovery ! He deserves to live longer.
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ST Jun 07, 2021 10:04pm
Our prayers for him.
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Anti-Corruption_Pakistani Jun 07, 2021 10:29pm
Let's hope and pray legend Yousuf Khan (Dilip Kumar) recovers soon! His old films are classical and young actors can lean from his natural acting and delivery of the dialogues according to the situation that young actors lack.
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Zak Jun 07, 2021 10:37pm
Get well soon, a legend of his time. Hope he can visit his ancestral home in Pakistan and his tribal bretheren.
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Zak Jun 07, 2021 10:37pm
Not one word from trolls.
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Secularist Jun 07, 2021 11:00pm
Dilip Kumar has lived a long life and his contributions are priceless. Sincere accolades and thanks are richly deserved. Should one wish him longer life of trials and tribulations of low quality of life or should one wish, upon the one who so avowedly respect, a dignified, pain free exit?
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Vijay Jun 08, 2021 02:26am
Any movie of Dilip Kumar I saw, I never felt that I am watching a movie but always felt that this is happening in real life. I think I watched “ Davdas” at least 20 times or more. Such a great artist . Get well soon Dilipji, my all prays with you. .
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mlk Jun 08, 2021 04:22am
It won't be long Yussuf Bhai Dalip Sahib should be coming home
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Sab Se Pehle Pakistan Jun 08, 2021 04:46am
Get well soon Sir. What a legend. Prayers for your quick recovery.
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Noor Hashmi Jun 08, 2021 06:32am
We should call him by his real name Yusuf Khan. The man has deceived everyone using a name that is not him.
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Jamil Soomro, New York City Jun 08, 2021 07:07am
@Mimi A disappointing comment. Dilip Kumar is loved and respected by millions. It is about time that you move on.
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Surya Kant Agrawal Jun 08, 2021 09:48am
He is ok now. He is not going to go away without visiting Museum in Peshawar once it is ready.
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Saif Zulfiqar Jun 08, 2021 10:05am
Let us pray that his final days pass without any problems. Dilip Kumar made almost every one happy during his youth as an actor. He was loved by both Pakistanis and Indians. Many thanks to Saira Banu for taking good care of Dilip throught their lives together.
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Azam Jun 08, 2021 12:00pm
RIP mediocre actor.
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Manoj Jun 08, 2021 01:18pm
@Vijay Yes Two Greatest Actors of This South Asia ie Ashok Kumar (Dada Muni) and Yusuf Khan Jee (Awan tribe Speaking Hindko) AKA Dilip Kumar.These Legends never die ,they always live in our Hearts.Long Live Dilip Kumar!
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Sara Jun 08, 2021 04:03pm
@Azam How can you call him mediocre? Who is a great actor according to you?
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Ejaz Ahmed Jun 08, 2021 04:36pm
Get Well Soon! We pray for your quick recovery.
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Rahat Jun 09, 2021 05:59am
Dilip Sahab Pride of India. May you live a comfortable long life. You are a true gem Bless you and yours
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INDEPENDENT Jun 09, 2021 12:00pm
The great Sir Dilip Kumar. Wish you a very long and a very healthy life. You are a great legend and you live in people's heart.
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