According to the latest reports, the graceful and renowned actress Saira Banu is currently under health treatment. She had been admitted to the hospital in October 2024 for severe pneumonia and had since developed two clots in her calf, causing mobility difficulties. She is undergoing health issues amid grief at the loss of her beloved husband, Dilip Kumar, who died in 2021.
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Health Issues
Saira Banu, now in her late 70s, is recovering at home. However, she still goes through several battling phases that make this hectic life almost unbearable for her. Her recent diagnosis has understandably made worry for their fans. There are lovely prayers being forwarded for her quick recovery.
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Sentimental Tribute to Dilip Kumar
Earlier this year, Saira shared an emotive Instagram post on what would have been their 58th wedding anniversary, throwing some glimpse into her treasures with the late Dilip Kumar. She remembered as the preparations were hurried with all of it, full of love and joy during that chaotic but beautiful day of wedding.
Saira humorously mentioned how her wedding lehenga was stitched by a local tailor, with no time for formal invitations or grand formalities. However, the day became unforgettable for its love-filled simplicity and warmth.
In her tribute, she also shared a series of vintage photographs capturing precious moments from their life together. One poignant image showed her resting in a hospital bed, reminding her fans of the recent health challenges she has been enduring.
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A Room Full of Memories
During her stay in the hospital, Saira told people that she was kept in the same hospital room from which Dilip Kumar had recovered. For her, this comfort and connection to her husband had been a great deal while she was in the hospital. She described their love as eternal, “that it symbolized FOREVER AND BEYOND.
The support messages and prayers keep coming for Saira Banu as fans, colleagues, and admirers throng the social media sites with regards.
Love in the Time of Aging
A love story is all that Saira Banu and Dilip Kumar ever need to symbolize what a love affair could look like. Their fairytale marriage to years of absolute dedication make them epitome of true love and friendship.
A Community’s Prayers
As Saira Banu continues her recovery, her fans and well-wishers are hopeful and send their prayers for her health and well-being. Her indomitable spirit and cherished memories of her late husband continue to guide her through this challenging phase.
