Dhaka, July 9 -- Legendary Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar died at a private hospital in India's financial capital Mumbai on Wednesday. He was 98.

The 'Tragedy King of Bollywood' was admitted to the premier Hinduja Hospital last week after he complained of breathlessness. In fact, he had been in and out of the hospital over the past few years with age-related illnesses.

"Dilip Kumar passed away due to prolonged illness at 7.30 am," Dr Jalil Parkar, a doctor who had been treating the thespian at the hospital, told the local media.

The actor's family friend, Faisal Farooqui, also confirmed the death on his Twitter handle. "With a heavy heart and profound grief, I announce the passing away of our beloved Dilip saab a few minutes ago. We are f...