Here's what emotional Saira Banu first said after Dilip Kumar's death; doctor reveals

The doctor, treating Dilip Kumar revealed what the late actor's wife Saira Banu first said to him when she heard of his death.

Dilip Kumar passed away on July 7 due to prolonged illness. Reportedly, at the age of 98, he breathed his last at Hinduja hospital, Mumbai. 

His wife and veteran actress Saira Banu was always by his side during his illness. On Dilip and Saira's 52nd wedding anniversary, Banu had penned a sweet note on Dilip’s account and shared an adorable picture of the two, which is her personal favourite. 

She wrote, “My Kohinoor, my sahab, the man of my dreams, my Yusuf jaan and I can't thank enough- the millions of well-wishers, friends and family for your beautiful messages, calls and greetings on our 52 years of marriage today, Attaching a personal fav. photo -SBK”  

When the doctor revealed to Saira Banu about Dilip's death, her first words were that ‘reason for living’ had been ‘snatched away’ by the Almighty. 

"God snatched away my reason for living. Without saab, I won't be able to think about anything. Everyone, please pray,” she was quoted by Peeping Moon. 

Faisal Farooqui informed everyone about Dilip Kumar’s death as he posted a tweet from the actor's account. It said, “With a heavy heart and profound grief, I announce the passing away of our beloved Dilip Saab, few minutes ago. We are from God and to Him we return.  - Faisal Farooqui”