Here's how Kajol keeps her late father's memory alive in her everyday life
Mumbai, June 21
Actress Kajol has shared an emotional reflection on Father's Day as she opened up about the enduring presence of her late father in her life.
In a heartfelt note, she expressed how cherished memories of her late father Shomu Mukherjee continue to live on through her smile and laughter. Taking to Instagram, the 'Dilwale' actress posted a rare monochrome image featuring her parents and wrote, "Looking at old pictures and realizing how much of you is still alive in my laugh. Miss you every single day #HappyFathersDay."
The photo captures a warm moment between Kajol's late father, filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee, and veteran actress Tanuja, as the two are seen posing together with smiles. Tanuja appears joyful and radiant as she shares a lighthearted moment with her husband.
A few days ago, Kajol remembered her late father on his birth anniversary. In a brief yet emotional note shared on social media, she expressed that even after many years since his passing, she had still not felt fully prepared to navigate life without her father. The Kuch Kuch Hota Hai actress had written, "Dear dad, I still don't know how to do this without you (sic)." The post was accompanied by the caption, "Miss u every day.. #daddysgirlforever (sic)."
For the uninitiated, Shomu Mukherjee was a filmmaker who worked as a director, writer, and producer. He was widely known for films such as "Ek Baar Muskura Do," "Nanha Shikari," "Chhailla Babu," "Fiffty Fiffty," "Lover Boy," "Pathar Ke Insan," and "Sangdil Sanam."
He met actress Tanuja during the making of "Ek Baar Muskura Do," and the two gradually developed a relationship that eventually turned into love. The couple got married in 1973 and were blessed with two daughters, Kajol and Tanisha, both of whom went on to become actresses.
Shomu Mukherjee passed away on 10 April 2008 following a heart attack at the age of 64.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is a lovely tribute. It's amazing how our loved ones live on in the little things we do. Kajol's honesty about still not knowing how to navigate life without her father is something many of us can relate to. Respect 🫡
Lost my dad last year and I completely understand what she means. Sometimes I catch myself laughing like him or saying something he used to say, and it hurts but also feels like he's still here. Kajol is lucky to have such beautiful memories ❤️
Nice to see Kajol being so open about her feelings. But honestly, this is a bit too personal for public consumption, na? These days everyone shares everything on social media. Some things should remain private, I feel.
Such a sweet connection between Kajol and her father. Shomu Mukherjee made some memorable films. The black and white photo with Tanuja ji is so lovely - you can see the love they shared. Fathers truly leave their mark on us forever 🌹
Reading this made me tear up. The line "I still don't know how to do this without you" hits hard. It's been 16 years since he passed but the pain never fully goes away. Kajol is a true #daddysgirlforever and it's inspiring how she keeps his memory alive through her work and life.
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