'A Loss to Our Cultural World': PM Modi, Prez, VP Condole Dilip Kumar's Death

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to offer his condolences over the death of veteran actor Dilip Kumar.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to offer his condolences over the demise of veteran actor Dilip Kumar, who passed away on Wednesday, 7 July, at the age of 98.

"Dilip Kumar Ji will be remembered as a cinematic legend. He was blessed with unparalleled brilliance, due to which audiences across generations were enthralled. His passing away is a loss to our cultural world. Condolences to his family, friends and innumerable admirers. RIP," he said.

Dilip Kumar Ji will be remembered as a cinematic legend. He was blessed with unparalleled brilliance, due to which audiences across generations were enthralled. His passing away is a loss to our cultural world. Condolences to his family, friends and innumerable admirers. RIP.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 7, 2021

Several other politicians, including Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, also expressed their condolences over the actor's demise.

हिंदी फ़िल्म जगत के मशहूर अभिनेता दिलीप कुमार जी का चले जाना बॉलीवुड के एक अध्याय की समाप्ति है। युसुफ़ साहब का शानदार अभिनय कला जगत में एक विश्वविद्यालय के समान था। वो हम सबके दिलों में ज़िंदा रहेंगे। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को अपने श्री चरणों में स्थान दें।

विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि pic.twitter.com/PEUlqSYk3i

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) July 7, 2021

Deeply saddened to hear about the passing away of legendary actor #DilipKumar. He was a doyen of Indian cinema and prolific entertainer. Cinema lovers will miss him for his invaluable contribution. My condolences to the bereaved family, fans and followers.

— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) July 7, 2021

Crestfallen at the passing of a beacon in cinema.Deeply anguished to learn about the demise of veteran actor Dilip Kumar ji.His inimitable style of acting will remain engraved among film lovers for generations. My heartfelt condolences to Saira Banu,his family & millions of fans.

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) July 7, 2021

Saddened by the demise of legendary actor Dilip Kumar Ji, a Padma Bhushan & Dadasaheb Phalke awardee.
He has inspired generations with his cinematic brilliance and his stardom transcended borders.
His contribution to cinema will always be remembered.
My condolences to his family.

— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) July 7, 2021

Dilip Kumar summarised in himself a history of emerging India. The thespian’s charm transcended all boundaries, and he was loved across the subcontinent. With his demise, an era ends. Dilip Saab will live forever in the heart of India. Condolences to family and countless fans.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 7, 2021

My heartfelt condolences at the passing away of veteran actor #DilipKumar ji. May his family, friends and fans find strength to bear this loss. His demise is an end of an era in Indian cinema & his rich contribution to films would always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/vm4f4lUsSH

— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) July 7, 2021

Saddened to learn of Dilip Kumar's passing. I can never forget his generosity in giving his time to help raise funds for SKMTH when project launched. This is the most difficult time - to raise first 10% of the funds & his appearance in Pak & London helped raise huge amounts.

— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) July 7, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & fans of Dilip Kumar ji.

His extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/H8NDxLU630

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 7, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to friends , family members and numerous fans of #DilipKumar Saab on his demise . His unparalleled contribution to Indian Films & it’s s holistic development will be remembered through generations. pic.twitter.com/7rnTra5m3j

— Hemant Soren (@HemantSorenJMM) July 7, 2021

Deeply saddened to hear passing away of the veteran Bollywood actor #DilipKumar sahab. He will always be remembered for his contribution to the Indian Film Industry. May his soul rest in peace. @TheDilipKumar

Condolences to his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/hbgQcY8BRO

— Salman Khurshid (@salman7khurshid) July 7, 2021

Some of his roles in films like Amar, Naya Daur, Ganga Jamuna, Madhumati & Ram and Shyam remain etched in memory. The natural actor is universally seen as an institution in himself & credited with bringing method acting to Indian cinema. #DilipKumar

— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) July 7, 2021

Saddened to hear about the demise of the veteran actor Dilip Kumar. We have lost a legend. Deep condolences to the grieving family and fans.

— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) July 7, 2021

Shri Dilip Kumar Ji was a veritable legend of the silver screen, in him, Indian Cinema has lost one of the greatest actors. He has entertained generations of cinema lovers with his incredible acting and iconic roles. My sincerest condolences to Dilip Ji’s family and followers.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 7, 2021

The actor passed away at 7:30 am on Wednesday, 7 July.

Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu's family friend, Faisal Farooqui, shared the news on the veteran actor's official Twitter handle.

"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," the tweet read.