Rani Chatterjee expresses grief over Dilip Kumar's demise, says, 'He will always be alive in our hearts'

One of the popular faces of the

Bhojpuri

cinema Rani Chatterjee paid homage to the

Bollywood

superstar Dilip Kumar after his demise. She also expressed deep sadness and said that the industry has lost a legend.

While speaking to ETimes exclusively, Rani said, "No doubt, he was a legend and now I have no words to say after I heard the news that he is no more. I am happy that he lived many years and gave so much to the industry but, sadly, everybody has to go one day. Obviously, it is a very big loss for Bollywood and no one can take his place in the future. He was a king and ruled for several years."

The actress further added, "I pray his soul to rest in peace. Dilip sir was my grandfather's favourite star and he felt very sad when he heard the news of his demise. I got to know about the

Hindi

industry after his name and he was a superstar of the cine world. Nobody can take his place, he was a legend and legend never dies. Dilip sir will always be alive in our hearts."

Legendary actor Dilip Kumar, who was popularly known as the ‘Tragedy King’ of Bollywood, passed away on Wednesday morning. The actor was 98 and is survived by his wife, veteran actor Saira Banu.


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