New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Thespian Dilip Kumar, who was admitted to Apollo Hospital here Thursday due to complications resulting from a urinary infection, is stable and could be discharged in the next few days, the hospital authorities said Sunday. "His condition is stable and he is undergoing treatment. At present, he is in the ward but could be discharged in the next few days," a doctor at the Indraprastha Apollo Hospital told IANS.

The 86-year-old actor was admitted to the hospital Thursday after his condition worsened.

"He is under a strict medical watch in order to avoid any complications," the doctor added.

The actor is known for his landmark performances in films like "Devdas", "Madhumati", "Ganga Jamuna", "Mughal-E-Azam", "Shakti" and "Karma".