Dilip Kumar

Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar has been admitted to Lilavati hospital in Mumbai after testing positive for malaria.

The 86-year-old actor was brought to the hospital on Sunday.

Mohan Rajan, spokesperson of Lilavati Hospital confirmed this news and said that no further updates on his health were available and the hospital would update on the developments regarding his health.

Last year, Dilip was admitted to the Apollo Hospital in New Delhi on account of a urinary infection.

The actor, who is married to actress Saira Bano, is known for his landmark performances in films like "Devdas", "Madhumati", "Ganga Jamuna", "Naya Daur", "Mughal-E-Azam", "Shakti" and "Karma". He is regarded by many as the best actor to grace the Indian silver screen.