Lata Mangeshkar,Asha Bhonsle reminisce memories of time spent with 'Elder brother' Dilip Kumar, 


By Rajesh Ahuja

Death of legendary actor Dilip Kumar has left melody queen Lata Mangeshkar and her younger sister Asha Bhonsle crestfallen.

Describing Dilip Kumar  as an 'Elder brother ', Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhonsle said that the legendary actor has left behind for them a huge treasure of memories of beautiful moments spent with him.

The legendary playback singers expressed their admiration for Saira Banu's dedication towards Dilip Kumar in his last years. 





Lata Mangeshkar,  Asha Bhonsle reminisce memories of time spent with elder brother Dilip Kumar 



Expressing her condolence on death of Dilip Kumar,  Lata Mangeshkar said, 'today, Yusuf Bhai left for his heavenly abode leaving behind his little sister. With Yusuf Bhai leaving this world an era has ended. I am shocked, stunned and at a loss of words. He left this world leaving behind a huge treasure of memories..''

Expressing her respect and admiration for Saira Banu for taking good care of Dilip Kumar in his last years Lata Mangeshkar said, 'Yusuf Bhai had been unwell for the last several years and could barely recognize people. During this period, Saira Bhabhi dedicated her life to him by caring for him day and night. I bow to this great woman and pray to God that Yusuf Sahab's soul rests in peace.'

Lata Mangeshkar,  who regarded Dilip Kumar as her 'Rakhi brother ', shared several throwback pictures of the time spent with him and Saira Banu.

Expressing her condolence on Dilip Kumar's death,  Lata Mangeshkar's sister and legendary playback singer Asha Bhonsle said, 'I'm very sad to hear that Dilip Saab is no longer with us. He was like a big brother to me. I have great admiration and respect for his wife Saira bhabhi who has really looked after and dedicated her life to him. Lots of love to her and the family. We share your grief .'

Legendary actor Dilip Kumar,  passed away this morning at the P D Hinduja hospital in Mumbai, after a long illness.

The news of Dilip Kumar's death was confirmed by close family friend Faisal Farooqui on the actor 's official Twitter handle.

Celebrities from the world of entertainment have condoled death of Dilip Kumar.

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