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Anupam Kher Hails Sooraj Barjatya a "National Treasure" on His Birthday

Anupam Kher shared a warm video and note on Instagram to wish filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya a happy birthday. He praised Barjatya as a "national treasure" for creating films centered on family, values, and goodness. Kher reflected on their long collaboration, which began with his own debut film 'Saaransh' and continues with an upcoming, currently untitled project. The actor symbolically pinned a miniature India badge on Barjatya, stating the filmmaker carries the soul of the country in his cinema.

Key Points: Anupam Kher's Birthday Tribute to Sooraj Barjatya

  • Heartfelt birthday tribute
  • Praised for family values in cinema
  • Collaboration since debut film 'Saaransh'
  • Working on Kher's 549th project
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Anupam Kher sends warm birthday wishes to filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya, says "truly a national treasure"

Anupam Kher sends heartfelt birthday wishes to filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya, calling him a "national treasure" for his values-driven cinema.

Anupam Kher sends warm birthday wishes to filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya, says "truly a national treasure"
"In your own quiet, dignified way, you are truly a national treasure. - Anupam Kher"

Mumbai, February 22

Actor Anupam Kher has extended his warm wishes to filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya, reflecting on the latter's journey - beginning from Kher's debut film 'Saaransh'.

Taking to his Instagram handle, Anupam Kher shared a video of himself helping Barjatya with pinning an India badge on his shirt.

He wrote a long note that read, "Happy Birthday, dearest Sooraj Barjatya. In your own quiet, dignified way, you are truly a national treasure. The kind of films you choose to make -- filled with values, relationships, faith, and goodness -- very few even dare to attempt today."

Recalling working with the filmmaker from 'Saaransh' days, Kher added, "From the days of #Saaransh to the film you are making now, I have had the privilege of watching your journey up close. And what a journey it has been -- consistent, graceful, and rooted in conviction. Knowing you is like knowing kindness. Knowing you is like knowing compassion. Knowing you is like knowing honesty and happiness! Without noise, without show. Today, along with my love and wishes, I am pinning a small golden miniature of India on your shirt. Because the stories you tell, the emotions you preserve, and the values you celebrate represent the very soul of our country. It is my symbolic way of saying -- you carry India in your cinema, and in your heart. In an industry that constantly changes itself, you have remained steadfast in your belief that goodness works. And that belief has touched millions of hearts."

Notably, Anupam Kher and Sooraj Barjatya have been working together on an upcoming film, which is also Kher's 549th project.

The actor announced the film in November last year and wrote, "ANNOUNCING MY 549th FILM: Delighted to share that my 549th untitled film started today with the one and only SOORAJ BARJATYA! I presented him with the auspicious shawl that I got from #Ayodhya! Sooraj was #MaheshBhatt Saab's 5th assistant for my first film #Saaransh! It has been a long, happy, amazing, and creatively joyous journey with him. Actually, I am an integral part of @rajshrifilms and their family for all these years! As is the tradition, I have the privilege of being in the first shot of the film! Jai Shri Krishna! #549th #GodIsKind #LifeIsBeautiful #Blessed."

Details around the film's title, plot or remaining cast members are to be unveiled.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Anupam Kher's words are so true. From Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! to Hum Saath-Saath Hain, Barjatya sir's cinema defines pure family entertainment. It's amazing to see this bond between two legends who started with Saaransh. Respect! 🙏
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Aman W
While I appreciate the sentiment, I sometimes feel his films present an idealized, almost utopian version of Indian family life that feels disconnected from modern realities. The values are great, but the world has changed. Still, his contribution is undeniable.
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Sarah B
As someone who grew up watching these films with my Indian friends, they were my window into beautiful family traditions and celebrations. The "pinning India" gesture is so powerful. Happy birthday to a filmmaker who spreads so much positivity.
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Karthik V
549th film for Anupam Kher!? That's insane dedication. And to still be working with someone from your very first film shows such loyalty in an industry known for being fickle. Can't wait to see what this new collaboration brings. All the best to the team!
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Meera T
The line "knowing you is like knowing kindness" really got me. In Bollywood, where relationships are often transactional, this friendship spanning decades is truly special. Barjatya's films are a part of our cultural fabric. Janamdin ki bahut bahut shubhkamnaye!

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