In a touching display of empathy and solidarity, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar recently extended his support to Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan after the latter shared an emotional birthday message for his son Zoravar on social media. Dhawan, who has not seen his son in person for over a year due to familial complications following his divorce, received Kumar’s encouragement amidst this challenging period.
Akshay Kumar, who is not only an acclaimed actor but also a father, was deeply affected by Dhawan’s heartfelt post. Taking to his Instagram stories, Kumar shared Dhawan’s message, adding his own compassionate response. “Really moved to see this post. As a father, I know that nothing is more painful than not being able to see or meet your child. Hausla rakh Shikhar…millions of us are praying for you to meet your son soon. God bless,” Kumar wrote, urging the cricketer to stay strong.
The backstory of this poignant saga is rooted in Dhawan’s separation from his ex-wife Ayesha Mukherjee. The couple’s divorce was finalized by the family court of Delhi in October following a failed marriage, citing cruelty as the ground for the dissolution. The aftermath has been particularly challenging for Dhawan, affecting his relationship with his son.
Dhawan, an accomplished left-handed batsman, took to his Instagram on Tuesday—Zoravar’s birthday—and shared an image from his video call with his son. He accompanied the photo with an emotional caption that disclosed his inability to see Zoravar in person for the last twelve months. More distressingly, he revealed that he had been blocked from all contact for nearly three months.
In his post, Dhawan wrote of an invisible connection with Zoravar, informing his son of the telepathic bond he feels links them. “It’s been a year since I saw you in person, and now, for almost three months, I’ve been blocked from everywhere so Posting the same picture to wish you, my boy, a very Happy Birthday. Even if I can’t connect with you directly, I connect with you through Telepathy. I am so proud of you, and I know you’re doing great and growing up nicely,” he expressed.
The cricketer’s message continued with a blend of hope and fatherly advice. Dhawan reaffirmed his love for Zoravar, maintaining a positive outlook and the anticipation of reuniting. He urged his son to embrace playfulness without causing harm, to be giving, humble, compassionate, patient, and strong. To underline his presence in his son’s life, Dhawan concluded by sharing that he writes messages to his son almost daily, updating him about his own life and inquiring about Zoravar’s well-being.
While Shikhar Dhawan grapples with these personal challenges, Akshay Kumar continues to forge ahead in his professional journey. Kumar will be gracing the big screen in the highly anticipated official Hindi remake of the Tamil drama film ‘Soorarai Pottru’, set to release on February 16, 2024. Additionally, he is involved in various projects, including an action thriller film ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ with co-star Tiger Shroff, the comedy ‘Housefull 5’, and ‘Welcome To The Jungle’, further cementing his place as one of Bollywood’s most versatile and enduring stars.
The story of Shikhar Dhawan’s emotional and familial situation is a reminder of the personal struggles faced by public figures. Despite their fame, they confront the same heartaches and challenges as anyone else. Akshay Kumar’s compassionate reaction not only amplifies the support for Dhawan but also shines a light on the importance of community and empathy during times of personal strife.
