Veteran actor Dilip Kumar's health is improving as he recuperates in a Mumbai Hospital. Saira Banu, Dilip Kumar's wife, shared an update from the actor's Twitter handle on Monday night. 

It read, "We are grateful for God's infinite mercy on Dilip Sahib that his health is improving. We are still in hospital and request your prayers and duas so that Insha'Allah he is healthy and discharged soon. Saira Banu Khan."

The 98-year-old actor was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of Hinduja Hospital in Khar, Mumbai on June 29. He had reportedly complained of breathlessness.

A statement was posted on Twitter the following day. It read, "Dilip Saab has been admitted to Hinduja Hospital, Khar to address medical issues related to illness which are frequently expected in a 98 year old. Your love and prayers are truly appreciated by Saab."