Priya Dutt digs out rare throwback pic with young Sanjay Dutt and late father Sunil Dutt
Mumbai, May 15
Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt's sister and politician Priya Dutt on Friday, took a trip down memory lane.
She shared a series of beautiful family pictures, including a rare throwback featuring a young Sanjay Dutt alongside their father, Sunil Dutt, from a time when the legendary actor was still present with amidst them.
The politician appeared to pay a tribute to the bonds that shaped her life, and celebrates both family and chosen relationships over the years.
In the first picture that seemed to be a throwback picture, a young Sanjay Dutt can be seen posing with family members, while Sunil Dutt sits in the center, as his family gathers around him.
Sharing the pictures, Priya wrote,"Over the years, life has gifted me so many beautiful bonds...
some that I was born into, and some that became family along the way. Through every high and low, these are the people who have filled my life with love, strength, warmth & purpose. Forever grateful for every heart that has walked this journey with me."
In another picture, Sanjay Dutt was seen playfully pulling Priya's cheeks.
For the uninitiated, Sunil Dutt passed away on May 25, 2005, after suffering a heart attack in Mumbai.
Sunil Dutt was considered as one of Indian cinema's most respected personalities. He delivered superhit movies like Mother India, Waqt, Padosan and Mujhe Jeene Do.
Beyond his life as an actor, he also served in public life as a politician and later became a Union Minister.
Sunil Dutt was married to Bollywood superstar Nargis.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Priya Dutt often keeps her personal life private, so this is a lovely glimpse into her world. Sanjay Dutt has had his struggles but seeing him smile with his sister like that shows the importance of family through tough times. Sunil Dutt's legacy in cinema and public service is unmatched.
Why do we always glorify Bollywood families? Sunil Dutt was a great actor no doubt, but Priya ji has been a Congress politician for years - all this nostalgia feels a bit staged. Just my two rupees. 🤷♂️
Rare throwback indeed! Sunil Dutt-Nargis's love story is one for the ages. And Sanjay Dutt pulling Priya's cheek - so cute 😄 These family photos remind us that even celebs have precious moments with their loved ones. Respect for Priya keeping these memories alive.
Such a warm post from Priya! I love how she mentions both blood family and "chosen family" - that's a beautiful concept. Sunil Dutt's movies like Mother India are timeless classics. It's nice to see politicians sharing soft, personal sides once in a while.
Sunil Dutt was a giant - acted in classics, served the nation as a minister, and raised a family through many storms. This picture is a gem. Priya ji's words "some that I was born into, and some that became family" really hit home. Family is everything ❤️
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