Television actor Harsh Chhaya is often praised for his acting acumen but when it came from legendary actor Dilip Kumar, he was overwhelmed.

As it happened, Harsh was shooting at a bungalow in Madh and when the shot was being arranged, in walked a very famous couple - it was none other than Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu.

They were looking for locations for a serial shoot of theirs. Obviously, their presence was likely to cause quite a flutter. All work stopped and suddenly the crewmembers were stealing glances at them.

Harsh said: "It was dreamlike. From a distance my eyes met Dilipji's and I kind of bowed and smiled and he gave me a nod. The next thing completely took me by surprise. Dilipji came up to me and told me, 'Son, I see your work on TV. You are a very good actor. Keep up the good work.'

"That just made my day. When I remember this one incident it keeps me going on with life even in those insensitive times."

Way to go Harsh!