Saira Banu who seems to be winning hearts of netizens on social media with her nostalgic and emotional stories that talks about her bond with the film fraternity, her friends, and of course her husband, the legendary actor Dilip Kumar. Often on occasions, the yesteryear star is seen turning nostalgic and sharing some beautiful tales showcasing her bond with Dilip Saab and now, on the occasion of her birthday, she has once again shared the story behind the most precious gift she has ever received and it is from Dilip Kumar.
Saira Banu recalls the most ‘precious gift she received for her birthday’ and reveals it is from Dilip Kumar
In an interview with IANS, as the former actress Saira Banu turned 80, the former actress opened up about the gifts she received and said, “The most precious gift I’ve ever received? A heartfelt compliment from Dilip Kumar that changed my life forever! On a magical evening at my home, he walked in, held my hand, and said, “My, you have grown up into a beautiful girl.” Time stood still. Little did I know, it was the start of our beautiful love story.”
She continued, “Growing up, birthdays were always special, thanks to the abundance of love and support from my grandmother, Shamshad Waheed Khan, my loving mother, Pari Chehra Naseem Banuji, and the guidance of my elder brother, Sultan. Their blessings and values have shaped me into the person I am today, and I’m forever grateful.” Recalling her birthday party at her new house, Saira shared a memory, saying, “On August 23rd, 1966, we celebrated my birthday and the housewarming of our new home, thoughtfully chosen and built near Dilip Sahib’s house. Among many options, we selected this location to be close to him, unknowingly paving the way for our future together. He surprised me by flying in from Madras, and his words sparked a bond that would last a lifetime. From wide-eyed fan to devoted wife, I’ve been fortunate to experience the many facets of this incredible human being. His understated elegance and kindness have touched my heart in ways I never thought possible.”
“Today, as I celebrate another birthday, I’m overwhelmed with love and gratitude from kind-hearted people who have showered me with affection. Yet, amidst the joy, my heart yearns for the one person who made every day feel like a celebration – Dilip Sahib. I wish he was here to hold my hand, smile at me, and make this day unforgettable. Though he’s not physically present, his love and legacy live on in my heart,” she added and signed off concluding, “I’m grateful for our time together and cherish the memories we created. This birthday, I look forward to reliving them forever by sharing stories of my beloved with you all through my Instagram page”.
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