Dilip Kumar's Last Journey: Thespian Laid to Rest With Full State Honours

Dilip Kumar passed away at the age of 98.

Saira Banu at Dilip Kumar's funeral; the legendary actor wrapped in Tricolour.

(Photo: Viral Bhayani)

Thespian Dilip Kumar's demise on Wednesday sent the nation into mourning. The icon, who passed away due to age-related illness, has left a rich legacy behind him for filmmakers and actors.

Kumar's funeral proceedings began in the evening as his mortal remains were wrapped in the Tricolour. Dilip Kumar's wife and actor Saira Banu was seen with their family members and friends.

Actor Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Vidya Balan, Dharmendra, Shabana Azmi and many other celebrities had visited Kumar's home to offer condolences and pay their last respects. Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray had announced that Dilip Kumar will be cremated with full state honours.

Saira Banu at Dilip Kumar's funeral.

The funeral procession of the legendary actor.

Dilip Kumar's mortal remains wrapped in Tricolour. 

Saira Banu with her friends and family.

Dilip Kumar's last rites were performed with full state honours.

Subhash Ghai at the funeral.

Dilip Kumar being laid to rest.

Amitabh Bachchan at Dilip Kumar's funeral

Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan attended Dilip Kumar's last rites

Amitabh Bachchan

Dilip Kumar's family friend Faisal Farooqui took to Twitter to share a video of the actor being draped in the Tricolour.