Saira Banu pays tribute to Mohammed Rafi on his birth anniversary, recalling his bond with Dilip Kumar

In a heartfelt tribute to the iconic playback singer Mohammed Rafi on his birth anniversary, veteran actor Saira Banu took to her Instagram stories to reminisce about Rafi’s profound association with the legendary actor Dilip Kumar. Sharing a poignant throwback picture featuring Dilip Kumar alongside Mohammed Rafi, Saira Banu highlighted the mystic bond that Dilip Sahib shared with Rafi Bhai, considering him not just a playback singer but an integral part of his own voice.

In the caption, Saira Banu wrote, “Dilip Sahib held a mystical bond with Rafi Bhai, viewing him not merely as a great playback singer but essentially as a part of his own voice. There are numerous anecdotes about this legendary duo, including their visit to the border to entertain our precious Jawans following the Indo-China war. In the coming days, I look forward to unveiling wholesome anecdotes about Rafi Bhai and the moments he added to both Sahib’s and my life. Remembering Rafi Bhai on his Birth Anniversary!”

Born on December 24, 1924, Mohammed Rafi remains one of the most talented and revered singers of his era. His remarkable journey, from humble beginnings to becoming a musical sensation, serves as an inspiration. Rafi’s versatility allowed him to excel in various genres, from romantic and emotional songs to qawwalis, ghazals, bhajans, classical tunes, and party numbers.

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