Shah Rukh Khan honors Dilip Kumar with emotional tribute at Filmfare Awards
At the 2025 Filmfare Awards, Shah Rukh Khan moved the audience with a touching tribute to the legendary Dilip Kumar. SRK shared a heartwarming memory, recalling how Dilip Sahab once placed his hand on his head and told Saira Banu, “If we had a son, he would have been like this.” The actor said that this blessing has stayed with him throughout his career.
During the emotional ceremony, Dilip Kumar was posthumously honored with the Cine Icon Award, with Saira Banu entrusting Shah Rukh Khan to accept it on her behalf. SRK spoke with deep respect, praising Dilip Sahab as the “greatest icon” who defined acting for generations of actors. The night also saw veteran actress Zeenat Aman and filmmaker Shyam Benegal honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards.
