The 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025, held in collaboration with Gujarat Tourism on Saturday night, turned emotional as Bollywood paid tribute to one of its greatest legends, Dilip Kumar. The iconic actor posthumously received the Cine Icon Award.

Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan had the honour of presenting the award on stage, in the presence of Shah Rukh Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar.

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Although Saira Banu, wife of Dilip Kumar, could not attend the ceremony, she entrusted Shah Rukh Khan with the responsibility of accepting the award on her behalf.

SRK, who shared a deep bond with the legendary actor, accepted the award with visible emotion and respect. Before lifting the trophy, he bowed and touched Jaya Bachchan’s feet.

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