Dilip Kumar is alive, says family

MUMBAI: Reacting to rumors regarding Dilip Kumar's death, a statement issued by his family on his Twitter account asked fans of the legendary actor "Don’t believe in WhatsApp forwards".

"Saab (Dilip Kumar) is stable. "Thank you for your heart-felt duas and prayers," it said. According to the tweet, doctors said the actor "should be home in 2-3 days. Insh’Allah." Earlier, a statement said, "Dilip Sahab has been admitted to non-COVID PD Hinduja Hospital Khar for routine tests and investigations. He’s had episodes of breathlessness. A team of healthcare workers led by Dr Nitin Gokhale is attending to him. Please, keep Sahab in your prayers and please stay safe."