Mumbai, April 10 -- Anupam Kher recently visited late legendary actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar's residence to offer his condolences to the family.

Kher, on Thursday, took to his Instagram to share a series of pictures along with a caption that read, "Met #ManojKumar Ji's friends and family!! And paid my tribute! Thank you #Manoj Ji for your contribution in my life! Both as an actor/director and as an Indian! Jai Hind! #Bharat #Patriot."

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Earlier, Kher had posted a video in which he remembered how Kumar's films shaped his childhood and inspired his love for the country.

"The first film I saw in my life, which I remember very well, was Upkaar. Films were shown in our locality. So this film was my first introduction to Manoj ...