'Mughal-E-Azam' completes 63 years: Saira Banu pens heartfelt note, remembers Dilip Kumar

Veteran actor Saira Banu shared a clip of ‘Mughal-E-Azam' to mark the completion of 63 years of the legendary film. The film starred her late husband actor Dilip Kumar.

Sharing the video, Saira wrote, "In the history of Indian cinema, no movie has left as profound a mark on the hearts of audiences as "Mughal-e-Azam." This magnum opus, directed by the visionary K. Asif, stands as a timeless testament to the splendor of Indian filmmaking. At its very core lies the captivating performance of Sahib, whose portrayal added an extra layer of brilliance to the film."

Saira also shared her views on late husband Dilip’s performance as Prince Salim. She wrote “Sahib's portrayal of Prince Salim was nothing short of mesmerizing. His ability to infuse life into the character, whether in moments of tender romance or fierce rebellion, was a sight to behold. His powerful performances created a symphony of emotions that echo in the hearts of the audience to date.”

Saira went on to mention that the film ‘transcends the boundaries of time.’ She concluded by saying, "The movie still remains a beacon of cinematic brilliance, reminding us of the artistic heights that Indian cinema can attain.”

‘Mughal-E-Azam', released in 1960, starred Prithviraaj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Madhubala, and Durga Khote in pivotal roles.