Dilip Kumar Death Anniversary: dilip kumar, Bollywood's veteran actor, known as the "Tragedy King". Today, on his death anniversary, know some famous stories related to his life...


Today, July 7, is the death anniversary of dilip Kumar. His life reflects the specialty of his personality. He was not only a great actor, but also a sensitive and noble person. Today, on his death anniversary, know the unheard things related to him...

Dilip Kumar's real name was Yusuf Khan. His first film, "Jwar Bhata," was released in 1944. At that time, producer Devika rani suggested that he change his name so that there would be a better connection with the audience. Yusuf chose the name "Dilip Kumar," and this became his identity.

The love story of dilip kumar and madhubala is one of the most talked-about stories of Bollywood. According to media reports, the two came close during the shooting of the film "Mughal-e-Azam". However, they met on the sets of the film "Tarana" in 1951. Their on-screen and off-screen chemistry won everyone's heart. Madhubala's father, Ataullah Khan, opposed dilip and her relationship, and this love story remained incomplete. Their on-screen chemistry is still remembered. In "Mughal-e-Azam", dilip kumar played the role of Salim. In one scene, he had to slap Madhubala. dilip became so emotional that he started apologizing to madhubala after the scene. The shooting of this film took 10 years, and dilip kumar brought every scene to life.

Dilip Kumar was called the "Tragedy King" because he excelled in sad characters. But by constantly doing such roles, he went into depression in real life. According to media reports, doctors advised him to do light-hearted films and not play serious characters. After this, he did light-hearted films like "Azad" and "Ram Aur Shyam", in which his comedy was also well-liked.

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