As Bollywood legend Sanjay Dutt celebrates his 65th birthday today, fans and admirers are sharing their warm wishes for the iconic actor. Yet, amid the birthday celebrations, a delightful revelation has emerged from veteran actress Saira Banu, who has recently shared a heartfelt post about her special bond with Dutt.
In a touching Instagram post dedicated to Dutt’s birthday, Saira Banu not only wished him well but also uncovered a charming anecdote from their past. The post included a nostalgic photo of Dutt with Saira Banu’s late husband, the esteemed actor Dilip Kumar. Along with the picture, Banu reminisced about the time when Dutt was a young boy and had a sweet aspiration of marrying her.
Banu’s elaborate caption offered a glimpse into their long-standing relationship. She wrote, “Sanjay Dutt has always been like a family to me. My entire family, starting from Ammaji to Aapaji, to Sahib, and to me, we’ve watched him grow from a tiny toddler into the remarkable person he is today. I still remember when Nargis Aapa would come to our house for functions, and he would accompany her – this cute, good-looking kid.”
The post continued with a delightful anecdote: “Nargis Ji would then shake his (Sanjay Dutt) hands and say, ‘Chalo, Saira Ji ko bolo tum kya bolte ho mujhe?’ And then Sanju would look at me and say, ‘Main Shaila Banu se shaadi karunga’ in a cute little voice. Hahahah, so adorable! I believe Sharmila Tagore and I were the top favorites of Sanju.”
Saira Banu’s heartfelt birthday wishes were accompanied by a loving message: “‘Many hands make light work.’ and we’ve all cherished being part of his journey. He holds a special place in my heart. With all my love and blessings, I wish him a very happy birthday.” The caption was adorned with a smiling face and red heart emoji, emphasizing her affection and fondness for Dutt.
In addition to the birthday tribute, Banu recently shared another post commemorating the birth anniversary of Sanjay Dutt’s father, the legendary Sunil Dutt. Her post included nostalgic throwback photos of herself with Sunil Dutt and her late husband, Dilip Kumar. Reflecting on their deep friendship, she wrote, “Dilip Sahib and Dutt Sahab shared a friendship that was more like family. They were always there for each other through thick and thin. Whenever one of them faced a challenge, the other was right by his side, offering support and encouragement.”
This heartfelt tribute by Saira Banu not only highlights the endearing bond between her and Sanjay Dutt but also serves as a reminder of the enduring friendships and cherished memories in the world of Bollywood.
