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Anil Kapoor's Heartfelt Birthday Tribute to Kajol: 'Your Words Came Completely True'

Anil Kapoor posted a heartfelt birthday wish for Kajol on her 52nd birthday, recalling her 'blessing' from their 1999 film shoot. He remembered her words about him still working at Ramoji Film City years later, which came true as he shoots 'Dragon' there now. Kajol celebrated her birthday with a fitness-themed gift of dumbbells, sharing it on Instagram. Her husband Ajay Devgn also posted a playful tribute, while fans and family poured in wishes.

"Your words came completely true": Anil Kapoor recalls Kajol's 'blessing' on her birthday

Mumbai, August 5

Actor Anil Kapoor dropped a heartfelt birthday wish for fellow actor Kajol, remembering a cherished memory from their 1999 film 'Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain'.

Mentioning that he is currently busy with the shooting of 'Dragon' at the Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad, Kapoor recalled how Kajol's blessings came true in his life.

"It's such a beautiful coincidence that today is your birthday Kajol, and I'm back at Ramoji Film City shooting for Dragon. It brought back a wonderful memory from years ago. We were shooting Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain here, and I remember you telling me, "The way you're working, I'm sure even years from now when I'm married with kids you'll still be right here at Ramoji, shooting and giving your best. I don't know whether you meant it as a joke, a compliment, or a blessing, but I always took it as a blessing. And today, standing here again after all these years, your words came completely true," Anil Kapoor wrote on Instagram.

Hoping to work again with Kajol, the actor sent her warm birthday wishes and added, "Wishing you a very happy birthday. God bless you always. Have a wonderful year ahead, and I hope we get to work together again very soon. Take care, and happy birthday once again! @kajol."

Along with the post, Kapoor also shared a memorable scene from their film.

Earlier in the day, Kajol marked her 52nd birthday on Wednesday by giving fans a glimpse of what she called the "first and most useful gift of the day", a pair of dumbbells.

Kajol shared a picture of two black dumbbells, hinting at a fitness-focused start to her special day.

"First and most useful gift of the day #burthdayvibes grammar is forgiven today since it's the #specialday," she wrote alongside the picture on her Instagram stories.

Birthday wishes poured in from her family members, friends and fans across social media.

Her husband, actor Ajay Devgn, also celebrated the special day with a playful yet heartfelt social media tribute.

"Turns out my best jokes have had the same audience all these years....Happy birthday, @kajol," Ajay wrote on Instagram.

Kajol, born on August 5, 1974, is among Hindi cinema's most celebrated actors. She made her acting debut with 'Bekhudi' in 1992 before rising to stardom with films such as 'Baazigar', 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', 'Gupt', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 'Fanaa', 'My Name Is Khan', 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior', 'Salaam Venky', 'Maa', and 'Sarzameen', among several others.

Expanding her creative journey beyond films, Kajol also hosted a talk show 'Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle', which she co-hosted with actor and author Twinkle Khanna.

— ANI

Reader Comments

Priya S

Kajol is 52?! Time flies! She's still as vibrant as ever. Loved her in all those iconic films. Happy birthday to the eternal queen of Bollywood! 🎂

Vikram M

Anil Kapoor's work ethic is an inspiration for all of us, honestly. At his age, still shooting action films and giving his 100%. The man is a machine! And the bond he shares with Kajol is so wholesome.

Ananya R

That's such a sweet memory! Kajol and Anil Kapoor have great on-screen chemistry. Would love to see them reunite for a project. Happy birthday Kajol! 💕

James A

It's amazing how Bollywood actors respect each other so much. This is a really heartfelt tribute. Anil Kapoor proves age is just a number with his energy!

Nisha Z

The dumbbells gift is so Kajol! 😂 She's always been real and relatable. And Ajay Devgn's joke about the 'same audience' is so sweet. True power couple!

Suresh O

It's wonderful to see such genuine friendships in the industry. These stories remind us that beyond the glamour, there's real respect and warmth. Happy birthday

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