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Sanjay Dutt posted a touching tribute to his late father, Sunil Dutt, on Father's Day, calling him his "first hero." Sunil Dutt was a celebrated actor, known for films like 'Mother India,' and later served as a Congress MP. The Dutt family faced personal struggles, including Nargis' untimely death. Sunil Dutt's legacy lives on through his cinematic and political contributions.

Key Points: Sanjay Dutt Honors Late Father Sunil Dutt on Father's Day

  • Sanjay Dutt shares heartfelt Instagram tribute to Sunil Dutt
  • Sunil Dutt was a Bollywood legend and Congress MP
  • He starred in classics like 'Mother India' and 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S'
  • The Dutt family endured hardships, including Nargis' tragic passing
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You were my first hero: Sanjay Dutt pays heartfelt tribute to his dad Sunil Dutt on Father's Day

Sanjay Dutt shares an emotional tribute to his father, legendary actor Sunil Dutt, calling him his "first hero" and "constant guide."

"You were my first hero. My constant guide. My calm in every storm. – Sanjay Dutt"

Mumbai, June 15

Actor Sanjay Dutt paid a heartfelt tribute to his late dad and veteran star Sunil Dutt on the occasion of Father's Day.

Calling the late actor his "constant guide", Sanjay shared a couple of pictures of his dad and wrote, "You were my first hero. My constant guide. My calm in every storm. Miss you every day, Dad. Happy Father's Day."

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Sunil Dutt, who passed away at the age of 75 following a heart attack, was not only known for his iconic roles in Hindi cinema but also for his contributions to public service.

Sunil Dutt, known for his stellar performances in classics like 'Mother India,' 'Waqt,' 'Padosan,' and 'Sadhna,' left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.His romance with actress Nargis, which began dramatically on the sets of 'Mother India' when he rescued her from a fire, became one of Bollywood's most cherished love stories.The couple married on March 11, 1958, and together they had three children Sanjay, Priya, and Namrata Dutt.

The Dutt family faced significant challenges, especially with Nargis's battle with pancreatic cancer, which claimed her life on May 3, 1981. Despite these hardships, Sunil Dutt remained a pillar of strength, both for his family and his fans.

In addition to his cinematic achievements, Sunil Dutt made significant contributions to Indian politics. He joined the Congress party in 1984 and served as a Member of Parliament for five consecutive terms, representing the Mumbai North West constituency until his death.

Sunil Dutt's final film appearance was in 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S,' where he shared the screen with Sanjay, creating memorable moments that fans still cherish.

Meanwhile, Sanjay Dutt will be next seen in 'Raja Shivaji', starring Riteish Deshmukh and Abhishek Bachchan. The film will hit the theatres on May 1, 2026 in Marathi, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. Riteish has directed 'Raja Shivaji', which also stars Genelia Deshmukh, Mahesh Manjrekar, Fardeen Khan, and Bhagyashree.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Sunil Dutt was truly a legend of Indian cinema and public life. His performance in Mother India still gives me goosebumps! And what a wonderful father he must have been - you can see the love in Sanjay's eyes when he talks about him. ❤️
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Priya M.
This tribute made me emotional. Sunil Dutt ji faced so many tragedies in life but always stood strong. From losing Nargis ji to dealing with Sanjay's troubles - he handled everything with dignity. A true hero on and off screen!
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wish Sanjay would talk more about his father's political legacy too. Sunil Dutt did remarkable work for Mumbai's development as MP. That side of his life deserves equal recognition.
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Shweta R.
Their father-son scenes in Munna Bhai were so heartwarming! You could see the real-life bond shining through. Sunil Dutt's last film became special because of this. Waiting to see Sanjay in Raja Shivaji now!
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Vikram J.
Sunil Dutt-Nargis love story is still the most romantic in Bollywood history! That fire rescue on Mother India sets is like something from a movie itself. Their family has given so much to Indian cinema - films, politics, and life lessons.
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Neha P.
Makes me think about my own dad. Sunil Dutt's generation had that special combination of strength and gentleness. Today's actors should learn from how he balanced stardom with social responsibility. #FathersDay

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