Shriya Pilgaonkar honors grandfather Ajoba with heartwarming tribute on his 88th birthday
Mumbai, June 15
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has shared a heartwarming tribute on her grandfather's 88th birthday.
She celebrated his remarkable journey and the deep bond they share. In her emotional note, Shriya reflected on his love for travel, lifelong curiosity, and the valuable life lessons he has passed on to her over the years.
Sharing a series of pictures with her Ajoba, Shriya wrote, "It's my Ajoba's 88th birthday today. Those who know me know how close I am to him and the impact he has had on my life."
"And every year, I find myself asking the same question- How do I describe someone I love this much? Do I tell you that he is super smart and was the first person in our family to travel abroad? That he's visited more than 102 countries? That he has an elephants memory and is my favourite travel companion? Or that somehow, wherever he goes, strangers become friends? The truth is, none of those things are what define him. When I think of my Ajoba, I think of his childlike curiosity. A curiosity that hasn't faded with age. If anything, it's grown," she added.
The note further read, "He's lived through decades of change, witnessed history unfold, collected stories from every corner of the world. and yet he still looks at life with wonder. Still wants to discover what's around the next corner. And maybe that's the greatest lesson he's given me. That staying young has very little to do with age. It's about staying curious. Keeping your heart open. And never losing the desire to wander and wonder. Happy 88th birthday, Ajoba. Blessed to have your Ashirvaad. Thank you for the stories, the values, the perspective and the life lessons. Wish you many more healthy years of travel. What a gift it is to see the world through your eyes."
Professionally, Shriya Pilgaonkar made her acting debut with the Marathi film "Ekulti Ek" in 2013. She later made her Hindi film debut with Fan and went on to appear in popular web series such as "Mirzapur," "Guilty Minds," "The Broken News," and "Taaza Khabar."
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Reader Comments
What a lovely tribute! The part about "childlike curiosity" and "strangers becoming friends" is so touching. My dadaji also had that quality - he could make anyone feel at home. It's amazing how some people keep that wonder alive even at 88. And 102 countries? That's inspiring! 🧳
Honestly, it's refreshing to see celebrities celebrating their family elders like this. In our rush for success, we often forget the roots. Shriya's note is a reminder that the best life lessons come from family. Kudos to her and her Ajoba for being such an inspiration. 🙌
This is pure gold! "Staying young has little to do with age" - so true. My masi is 70 and still learning new languages. It's all about the mindset. Shriya's words capture that perfectly. Also, 102 countries? That's incredible for anyone, let alone someone from that generation! Happy birthday, Ajoba! 🎂
Seriously heartwarming. I lost my dadi last year, and posts like these make me miss her even more. The way Shriya describes her Ajoba's curiosity and travel stories - it's a reminder to cherish our elders while they are around. Happy 88th to him! 🕊️
I don't usually comment on these, but this one got me. My grandfather was also a traveler, but he never got to see as many places. It's so important to learn from them. Shriya's note is beautifully written - it's not just about facts but the
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