Veteran actor Dilip Kumar passed away at the age of 98 this morning, leaving behind a legacy of films that spanned six decades. His wife, Saira Banu, who stood beside him like his pillar of strength, was shattered to learn about the actor's demise. Dr. Parker, who announced the death this morning at Hinduja Hospital, talked about Saira's first communication. 

Saira's first words were, "God snatched away my reason for living. Without Sahab, I won't be able to think about anything. Everyone, please pray." 

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Dilip Kumar had been admitted to the hospital after experiencing breathlessness on June 30. On June 6, Dilip Kumar was hospitalized after a similar complaint. The actor was then diagnosed with bilateral pleural effusion - a build-up of excess fluid between the layers of the pleura outside the lungs and underwent a successful pleural aspiration procedure. He was discharged after five days.

The veteran actor's funeral will take place later in the day, it was announced via his official Twitter account.