Today, all of us woke up to the sad news of Dilip Kumar passing away at the age of 98.
While the teary-eyed country mourns the demise of the legend, we bring you some lesser-known facts about him.
1. Dilip Kumar- NOT His Real Name
Born in Peshawar, Pakistan, Dilip Kumar Saab’s real name is Mohammed Yusuf Khan. Apparently, he was the first Bollywood actor who hailed from Pakistan.
2. From Sandwich Seller To An Actor Par Excellence
In 1940, after arguing with his father, Dilip Kumar had reportedly left his house and went to Pune. With the help of a Parsi café owner, he set up a sandwich stall at the Army club.
