Kajol shares rare glimpses of her parents and in-laws, reflects on sacrifices that come with parenthood
Mumbai, July 26
Actress Kajol shared a heartfelt Parents' Day tribute to her parents and parents-in-law, expressing gratitude for their love, sacrifices, and the lessons she learned from them.
Taking to social media, the 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' actress reflected on the love, sacrifices, and responsibilities that come with parenthood. Kajol dropped rare glimpses of her family, featuring pictures of her mother, Tanuja, and father, Shomu Mukherjee, and her in-laws.
Alongside the monochrome pictures, the actress penned an emotional note about how becoming a parent changes one's perspective towards their own parents. Kajol wrote, "#Happyparentsday ..We are all parents now and the sheer responsibility of being a parent is something that u truly don't understand till it happens to you.. and u never know how much ur parents love u and have sacrificed for u till it happens to u . So this is a gratitude post to all my parents for loving me so much. I'm so very loved and therefore so very blessed." (sic)
The first black-and-white image shows little Kajol posing with her parents and sister Tanishaa Mukerji. The "Dilwale" actress, as a young girl, is seen dressed in a white outfit and smiling while posing. The next picture features her in-laws, Ajay Devgn's parents Veeru Devgn and film producer Veena Devgan.
For the uninitiated, National Parents' Day 2026 is being observed on Sunday, July 26. The day celebrates the love, dedication, and countless sacrifices of parents while recognising the important role they play in shaping families and society. The observance was established in 1994 by US President Bill Clinton to promote the importance of strong family bonds.
On the professional front, Kajol was last seen in the mythological horror-thriller film "Maa," directed by Vishal Furia, in which she portrayed the titular role.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Lovely to see Kajol's nostalgic side. Parents Day is a thoughtful concept, even if it's an American origin. We need more such days to remind us to appreciate our parents in our busy lives. Shomu Mukherjee's pictures were rare, nice to see the family archives.
Very sweet tribute. It's nice to see celebrities sharing such personal family moments. Parents truly are the unsung heroes. Also, excited for her upcoming film 'Maa' – the mythological genre suits her.
Respect for Kajol's down-to-earth nature. Her words about not understanding parents' sacrifices until you become one hit home. But honestly, the way we idolize Bollywood families' personal lives sometimes feels invasive. Let's appreciate the sentiment without overanalyzing.
Such a genuine post from Kajol. She's always been so graceful and family-oriented. The pictures of her with Tanuja ji and Tanishaa are priceless. It's wonderful that she also included her in-laws – shows true family values. 🥰
It's refreshing to see a celebrity use her platform to express gratitude rather than promote something. The monochrome photos give it a timeless feel. Parenthood does change everything – her note captures that beautifully. Well done, Kajol!
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