Saturday 25 August 2012

Dilip sahab greatest gift of my life: Saira Banu

By Hindustan Times

Yesteryears diva Saira Banu, who turned 68 on Thursday, says she is glad to have a life partner like Dilip Kumar and considers him the largest gift of her life. Asked what did Dilip Kumar gifted to her on birthday, the veteran actress told IANS: "Dilip sahab gifted himself to me 46 years ago and that is the best gift of my life."

"Every day within the morning once I see him smile I THINK that is the best gift for me I'M glad to be his life partner," she added.

The actress, known for films like Shagird, Purab Aur Paschim and Padosan, says she is delighted to look that individuals still remember her on her birthday.

"Some sweet messages, flowers and remembrance make my day. I'M amazed that my family and friends members still remember my birthday," she said.

When Dilip Kumar turned 89 in December last year, Saira threw an enormous birthday bash which saw creme da la creme of Bollywood attending it, but if it involves her celebrations, Saira prefers to maintain it simple.

"After Ramdan and Eid, we're very tired so we're having a tea party today. All my close family and friends members are assembled here," she said.