Saira Banu says SRK emerged as 'beacon of solace' during Dilip Kumar's death

Shah Rukh Khan was extremely close to Dilip Kumar. So much so, that Saira Banu has always mentioned that the late veteran actor would look at SRK no less than his own son. Taking to her recently-debuted Instagram on September 10, Banu dropped a throwback video of SRK with Dilip Kumar and shared priceless memories.

SAIRA BANU SHARES POST ABOUT SRK

Saira Banu, in her latest Instagram post, dropped an unseen video of Shah Rukh Khan with Dilip Kumar. In the same, SRK is getting the late veteran actor’s autograph on a ‘Mughal-e-Azam’ poster. And it was accompanied by a heartfelt note. It could be read, “The first time I saw Shahrukh was when many stars had met for a function I immediately remarked that he seemed shy and reticent to come forward and I noticed that he looked so much like my Shahenshah Dilip Sahib I said if my son had been there He would have been just like him (sic).”

She continued, “One vivid memory I have is of a chance encounter with Shahrukh, where he humbly bowed before me, seeking blessings. As I placed my hand on his head and ran my fingers through his hair, I couldn't help but remark how it resembled that of Dilip Sahib. Since that day, whenever Shahrukh and I met, he graciously lowered his head, allowing me to offer him my blessings. Interestingly, on one occasion, I forgot to run my hand through his hair, and immediately after, Shahrukh lowered his head, saying, "Aaj Aapne Mere Baalon Par Hath Nahin Phera”, and without hesitation, I lovingly ran my fingers through his hair, completing our familiar ritual (sic).”

Further adding, “Shahrukh Khan is a remarkable actor and also an incredibly sweet, well-mannered, and considerate individual. He would frequently grace us with his presence at various functions hosted at our house. Once, there was a special event for my company, and I had a strong desire for Shahrukh to do an interview. However, Shahrukh's hectic work schedule seemed almost insurmountable. Yet, with just a single text message from me, I was amazed to find him at my doorstep within a mere hour, willing to oblige and support my endeavor (sic).”

She concluded her post with “On the 7th of July, when Dilip Sahib slipped into a deep slumber, unresponsive to my voice, leaving me burdened with the ache of his absence, Shahrukh emerged as a beacon of solace. In that moment, his affection for the 'Kohinoor of Hindustan,' Dilip Sahib, shone brightly as he was among the very first to offer his comforting presence in the face of adversity. What truly speaks volumes about Shahrukh's admiration for Sahib is when he arrived at our home to get the “Mughal-e-Azam” poster signed by Sahib and I believe that it's kept in his private theater. It reflects his deep-rooted respect and affection for the cinematic legends who came before him (sic).”

Work-wise, Shah Rukh Khan is currently seen in 'Jawan'.