Sanjay Dutt remembers 'dad' Sunil Dutt: I miss you always
Mumbai, May 26
On the occasion of Sunil Dutt's 21st death anniversary, Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt remembered his iconic father and said that he has always been a "rock" in his life.
Sanjay shared three old pictures featuring his father, him, and his two sisters.
"I miss you always dad and I love you, you are and have always been a rock in my life, I am honoured and grateful to have a dad like you," Sanjay wrote in the caption section for his father, who passed away in his sleep due to a heart attack at the age of 75.
Sunil Dutt was known for his unique style and for delivering impactful messages through his films. He made his film debut in 1955 with the Hindi film Railway Platform. He rose to prominence with the highly successful films: Ek Hi Raasta and Mother India.
He was then seen in top-grossing Indian films such as Sadhna, Sujata, Gumrah, Waqt, Khandan, Mera Saaya, Hamraaz, Milan, Mehrban, Padosan, Heera, Zakhmee, Nagin, Daaku Aur Jawan and Jaani Dushman.[6] Some of his acclaimed performances include Insān Jaag Utha, Chhaya, Mujhe Jeene Do, Nartaki, Yaadein, Gaban, Chirag, Darpan, Reshma Aur Shera, 36 Ghante, Muqabla and Dard Ka Rishta
The late star's final film was the 2003 blockbuster "Munna Bhai M.B.B.S."
Sanjay was married to actress Nargis. Reportedly, the star had saved her life from a fire on the sets of Mother India.They had three children Sanjay, Namrata, and Priya Dutt. Nargis died in 1981 due to pancreatic cancer.
Talking about Sanjay, he was last seen in Aakhri Sawal, a political drama film directed by Abhijeet Mohan Warang. The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Namashi Chakraborty, Amit Sadh, and Sameera Reddy.
He will next be seen in Ahmed Khan's upcoming comedy film titled "Welcome To The Jungle".
The film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, Mika Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Sayaji Shinde.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, Sanjay Dutt talking about family values when he's been in prison for so many years... it feels a bit hollow. But I won't deny Sunil Dutt was a fine artist and a good human being. Just wish Sanjay had lived up to his father's legacy better.
I actually didn't know much about Sunil Dutt until I watched Mother India on YouTube. What a powerhouse performance! And then I learned about his political career and social work. That man had immense substance. Respect from Canada. 🇨🇦
The bond between a father and son is truly special. Sunil Dutt ji's films like Padosan and Milan are timeless. I'm glad Sanjay is keeping his memory alive. Also excited for Welcome To The Jungle - what a stellar cast! Akshay-Sanjay combo is always entertaining.
Sunil Dutt was a gem of Indian cinema. From Railway Platform to Munna Bhai MBBS, his journey was incredible. But the most heartwarming part is how he took care of Nargis during her illness. That's the kind of love stories should be made about. Truly a rock of a man. 🌟
I admire how Bollywood keeps these family legacies alive. Sanjay Dutt's career has been turbulent but this tribute shows the strong foundation his father gave him. Sunil Dutt's social work for the underprivileged is also noteworthy. May his soul rest in peace.
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