Saira Banu remembers Dilip Kumar’s cherished Eid celebrations

Veteran actress Saira Banu has shared a heartwarming tribute to her late husband, the legendary Dilip Kumar, recalling their cherished Eid celebrations together on Eid-ul-Fitr. In a social media post, Banu shared how the joyous festivities that once filled their home, with the enduring legacy of love and unity that Dilip Kumar championed.
She shared about the time when their Pali Hill residence transformed into a haven of warmth and togetherness during Ramadan and Eid. She described how the sacred month would bring a special glow to their home, not just from festive lights but from the devotion that permeated the air. After her marriage to Dilip Kumar, Eid took on an even deeper significance, evolving into a celebration of love and goodwill that extended far beyond their family.
The actress recalled the magical Eid mornings when their home would come alive with the sounds of musicians gathered outside, their melodies floating through Pali Hill as dawn broke. Flowers from well-wishers would arrive, adding to the festive atmosphere that enveloped their residence.
In a long note, she wrote, "Ours was a house without walls, a home where no door remained closed. Friends from the film fraternity, admirers, and strangers alike visited one after the other. For Sahib, there was no greater joy than in the company of kind souls, no richer wealth than the love he could extend and receive. He held a belief that a man’s worth lay not in his achievements but in the hearts he touched. And he did so, effortlessly."

For Dilip Kumar, Eid was more than just a religious observance; it was an opportunity to embrace humanity with open arms. Banu shared how her husband found his greatest joy in the company of kind souls, believing that a person's true worth lay in the hearts they touched rather than their worldly achievements.
Lastly, she added, "The years may pass, but such memories do not fade. They stay, as vividly as they should. And for every soul that graced our home, I am grateful beyond words. May we always find warmth in one another, may we always know kindness, and may we forever hold fast to the belief that humanity is, above all, our greatest gift. Eid-Ul-Fitar Mubarak."