Ahmedabad: The night of the 70th Filmfare Awards witnessed an emotional moment that will forever be etched in the history of Indian cinema. When the late tragedy king Dilip Kumar (Yusuf Sahab), was posthumously honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his extraordinary contributions superstar Shah Rukh Khan came on stage to accept the award at the special request of his wife Saira Banu.
This poignant honor was presented by the veteran actress Jaya Bachchan making the moment even more special.
When Shah Rukh Touched Jaya Bachchan’s Feet
As soon as Shah Rukh Khan arrived on stage, he followed his tradition and sought blessings by touching Jaya Bachchan’s feet. Jaya Bachchan whom Shah Rukh considers a mother figure affectionately embraced him. The gesture highlighted the deep respect Shah Rukh holds for his seniors in the industry. Following this Jaya Bachchan with trembling hands presented the ‘Black Lady’ trophy in honor of Dilip Kumar to Shah Rukh Khan.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Emotional Words for Dilip Kumar
In the provided video clip from the same evening, Shah Rukh Khan is seen addressing Jaya Bachchan as “Maa” (Mother) and humbly states that he and Karan Johar feel honored to be giving her an award. However, while accepting the award on behalf of Dilip Kumar his words according to media reports were as follows:
Today I don’t stand here in my own capacity but as a son to Saira ji who has entrusted me with this responsibility. Dilip Sahab (Yusuf Sahab) wasn’t just an actor; he was an entire institution of acting. All of us actors merely try to walk the path he paved. It is impossible to even imitate him.”
He further added:
Even touching this trophy is a great honor for me because it bears his name. This award is not mine; it will always be his. I thank Saira ji for considering me worthy enough to come here today and become the voice of Yusuf Sahab.”
Why Did Saira Banu Choose Shah Rukh?
It has long been a topic of discussion in the media that Saira Banu considers Shah Rukh Khan to be like her own son. In many interviews she has been quoted as saying, “If Sahab and I had a son, he would have looked exactly like Shah Rukh.” It is because of this deep affection and relationship that she chose Shah Rukh Khan to accept the legacy of Dilip Kumar on stage. The industry highly praised this move calling it a perfect and graceful passing of the baton from one generation to the next.
This evening was not just an awards ceremony but a heartfelt tribute from a superstar to the ultimate legend a moment that left everyone in the audience with moist eyes.
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