"I still don't know how to do this without you": Kajol remembers dad Shomu Mukherjee on his birth anniversary
Mumbai, June 19
Remembering her father and filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee on his birth anniversary, actor Kajol on Friday penned an emotional note.
"Dear dad, I still don't know how to do this without you," she posted.
In her caption, she shared that she misses her father every day and proudly calls herself "Daddy's little girl forever."
Shomu Mukherjee was known for directing films such as Pathar Ke Insan, Sangdil Sanam, Lover Boy and Nanha Shikari. He died at the age of 64 in 2008.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Kajol recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of her acclaimed film 'Fanaa'.
She shared memories from the shoot and reflecting on the extreme weather conditions the cast experienced during filming in Poland with Aamir Khan.
"20 years to Fanaa.. my daughter was 2 and a half years old", she wrote, adding, "what I remember most was Poland in all its glory.. -27 degrees Celsius, beautiful forests and sleds.. used on sidewalks .. ! And off course the fact that I wore a thin salwar kameez while most everyone else was dressed in goose down.. what a blast from the past!"
Directed by Kunal Kohli, the film followed the story of Rehan, a charismatic tour guide played by Aamir Khan, and Zooni, a visually impaired woman portrayed by Kajol.The narrative combined romance, suspense, patriotism and sacrifice, with the story taking a dramatic turn after Rehan's secret identity as a terrorist is revealed.
The film also earned lasting recognition for its music and emotional storytelling, especially the songs 'Chand Sifarish', 'Chanda Chamke', 'Tere Hath Me', which are still cherished.
— ANI
Reader Comments
"Daddy's little girl forever" — that line hit me right in the feels. We all miss our parents in different ways. Shomu Mukherjee might not be around, but his legacy lives on in Kajol and her work. So beautiful.
I remember watching Fanaa in the theatre! It's crazy to think it's been 20 years. Kajol and Aamir's chemistry was magical. The song 'Chand Sifarish' still gives me goosebumps. She's truly a gem of Indian cinema. 🎬
It's touching to see Kajol's vulnerability in this post. But honestly, I sometimes wish these celebrity posts didn't get so much media coverage—it's a personal moment. Still, respect for her emotions.
20 years to Fanaa! And she remembers the cold of Poland in a thin salwar kameez—what a trooper! That film had everything: romance, suspense, and great music. Still one of my favourite Bollywood movies.
The way she words her posts—simple yet so deep. Losing a parent is never easy, and she's showing that even with time, the love doesn't fade. Shomu Mukherjee must be so proud of her. 🙏
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