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Jackie Shroff Remembers Dilip Kumar's 'Madhumati'
11 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jackie Shroff honored Dilip Kumar's 103rd birth anniversary.
- He shared a memory from the iconic film 'Madhumati'.
- Dilip Kumar had an influential career spanning 57 films.
On the 103rd birth anniversary of the legendary Dilip Kumar, Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff honored the iconic star with a heartfelt tribute. Shroff shared a nostalgic moment on Instagram stories, featuring a black-and-white image of Kumar from the classic 1958 film 'Madhumati'. This cinematic gem, directed by Bimal Roy, also starred Vyjayanthimala and Pran, telling a tale of love and paranormal consequences.
Dilip Kumar's illustrious career, which began with 'Jwar Bhata' in 1944, saw him dominate Hindi cinema from the 1950s through the 1960s. With an astonishing 57 films to his name, he consistently delivered top-grossing hits and critically acclaimed performances in movies like 'Mughal-E-Azam', 'Devdas', and 'Gunga Jumna'.
Despite a downturn in the 1970s, Kumar returned with impactful roles in films such as 'Kranti' and 'Karma'. His final on-screen appearance was in 'Qila'. The celebrated actor passed away in 2021 at the age of 98, leaving behind an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
