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Anupam Kher Pins Golden India on Sooraj Barjatya, Calls Him a "National Treasure"

Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a heartfelt birthday message for celebrated director Sooraj Barjatya on social media. Kher praised Barjatya as a "national treasure" for creating films centered on moral values, relationships, and goodness. He commemorated their long professional journey, which began with the 1984 film "Saaransh". In a symbolic gesture, Kher pinned a small golden miniature of India on Barjatya, stating the director carries the soul of the country in his cinema and heart.

Key Points: Anupam Kher's Heartfelt Birthday Wish for Sooraj Barjatya

  • Heartfelt birthday tribute
  • Symbolic golden India gift
  • Praise for values-driven cinema
  • Longstanding professional friendship
  • Celebration of pure storytelling
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Anupam Kher wishes birthday to 'National treasure' Sooraj Barjatya: Thank you for being my friend

Anupam Kher wishes director Sooraj Barjatya a happy birthday with a heartfelt note and a symbolic golden India pin, praising his values-driven cinema.

Anupam Kher wishes birthday to 'National treasure' Sooraj Barjatya: Thank you for being my friend
"In your own quiet, dignified way, you are truly a national treasure. - Anupam Kher"

Mumbai, Feb 22

As celebrated director Sooraj Barjatya turned a year older on Sunday, veteran actor Anupam Kher penned a heartfelt note for the filmmaker on social media, calling him a "National Treasure".

Kher shared that Barjatya chooses to make movies that are focused on moral values, relationships, faith, and goodness.

He wrote on his Instagram handle, "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. (sic)"

Looking back at their professional journey together, which commenced from the 1984 drama, "Saaransh", 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."

In his latest social media post, Kher further uploaded a video of him placing a small golden miniature of India on Barjatya's shirt.

Revealing what the gesture signifies, the 'Khosla Ka Ghosla' actor shared, "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 â€" you carry India in your cinema, and in your heart."

Kher pointed out that despite being a part of a constantly changing industry, Barjatya chooses to remain steadfast in his belief that goodness works, a mindset that has touched millions of hearts.

"Thank you for being my friend. Thank you for being one of my favourite directors. And thank you for reminding us that cinema can still be pure. God bless you with health, happiness, and many more beautiful stories", Kher concluded the post.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I respect his work, I sometimes feel his portrayal of family is a bit too idealistic and doesn't reflect modern urban Indian realities. That said, the consistency and purity of his vision is undeniable. Happy Birthday to the maker of our childhood memories!
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Arjun K
The gesture of pinning the golden India map says it all. His movies—from *Maine Pyar Kiya* to *Hum Saath-Saath Hain*—are a part of our cultural fabric. They teach without preaching. Wishing him a long and healthy life.
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Sarah B
As someone relatively new to Indian cinema, Barjatya's films were my introduction to Bollywood family dramas. There's a universal charm to them. This friendship between him and Anupam Kher seems genuinely beautiful.
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Vikram M
"Knowing you is like knowing kindness." What a beautiful line. In an industry of cut-throat competition, such enduring friendships and mutual respect are rare. More power to both legends! 🎬
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Kavya N
His movies are a safe haven. Whenever I miss my family or feel low, I watch a Barjatya film. They are pure nostalgia. Thank you, Sir, for giving us cinema that feels like home. Happy Birthday!

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