#13YearsOfBlack: Big B recalls the GREATEST compliment he received from Dilip Kumar

Everyone in Bollywood knows that megastar Amitabh Bachchan is a big admirer of good work. Recently he sent Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone a hand-written letter and flowers for their remarkable work in ‘Padmaavat’.

Mujhe mera award mil gaya ???@SrBachchan pic.twitter.com/zlo9B6G2od

— Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) January 29, 2018

But, not many would be aware that the megastar who has been an inspiration for many had also once received a similar kind of  letter from his idol which is still with him. No points for guessing, the idol is thespian Dilip Kumar. Today, Big B’s film ‘Black’ completes thirteen years of its release. Indeed, this unique film witnessed one of the most superlative performances delivered by Big B which helped him receive a similar kind of token of appreciation. (Also Check: Brahmastra: Did Amitabh Bachchan just give a look test for this film starring Ranbir-Alia?)

The megastar took to Twitter to share this letter written by his idol Dilip Kumar a few years ago. He wrote, “T 2604 – 13 Years of BLACK .. and the greatest compliment from my idol Dilip Saheb, Dilip Kumar – Yusuf Khan ! .. the history of the Indian Film Industry shall always be referred to as ‘.. before Dilip Kumar; and after Dilip Kumar ..’”

Before sharing this, Big B also tweeted, “T 2604 – 13 YEARS of my film ‘BLACK’ .. an incredible experience ! still haunts me in extraordinary memory and detail of working with the genius of SLB .. the Bhansali !!”. Followed by this there was another tweet on the accolades and recognition he received. He wrote, “T 2604 – .. and the accolades for the film BLACK and the recognition never ever fades .. humbled honoured and blessed .. national award and many others .. Salman and Hollywood actor, too .. and the family at the National Awards .. they the best.”

Have a look at these posts shared by Big B on Twitter below:

T 2604 – 13 Years of BLACK .. and the greatest compliment from my idol Dilip Saheb, Dilip Kumar – Yusuf Khan ! .. the history of the Indian Film Industry shall always be referred to as '.. before Dilip Kumar; and after Dilip Kumar ..' pic.twitter.com/QEhnGiSpvh

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 4, 2018

T 2604 – 13 YEARS of my film 'BLACK' .. an incredible experience ! still haunts me in extraordinary memory and detail of working with the genius of SLB .. the Bhansali !!?? pic.twitter.com/7488TCqPhE

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 4, 2018

T 2604 – .. and the accolades for the film BLACK and the recognition never ever fades .. humbled honoured and blessed .. national award and many others .. Salman and Hollywood actor, too .. and the family at the National Awards .. they the best pic.twitter.com/1WBjNbqTdc

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 4, 2018

Certainly, when you are acknowledged by someone you admire, it is a big moment for all and Amitabh Bachchan is no exception.

Many would know that Big B has even shared screen space once with Dilip Kumar in ‘Shakti’ (1982) where they played the role of an estranged father and son.

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Amod Pandit

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