Dilip says Chopra was one of the most respected personalities

Mumbai, Nov 5 (UNI) Bollywood Thespian Dilip Kumar has said that in the death of Baldev Raj Chopra, the film industry has lost one of its most respected filmmakers.

The actor, who had the distinction of starring in the 1957 film 'Naya Daur', the first venture of Chopra under his B R films banner, said it is rare to find a producer-director of his calibre, highly educated, refined in manners and a stickler for perfection.

His warm and affectionate nature won him several well-wishers in the Industry, Dilip said.

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