A wave of nostalgia and celebration has swept over the entertainment industry as actor-turned-author Twinkle Khanna commemorates the birth anniversary of her beloved father, the late Rajesh Khanna, while also marking her own milestone 50th birthday. The double birthday holds significant sentimental value, as this unique father-daughter duo shared not just familial ties but also the special day they both entered the world.
Twinkle Khanna, known for her illustrious career in Bollywood before shifting her focus to literary pursuits, took a poignant trip down memory lane on this notable occasion. She turned to Instagram, a platform where personal moments meet public appreciation, to post a cherished throwback photograph symbolizing the bond she shared with her iconic father. Rajesh Khanna, often hailed as the first superstar of Indian cinema, cradles a newborn Twinkle in the vintage image. Accompanying this tender snapshot from the past, Khanna included the heartfelt caption, “Our birthday! Now and forever,” beckoning an outpouring of love and remembrance from her followers.
Fans and members of the film industry alike were quick to flood the comments section of the post with heartfelt birthday wishes and tributes to the late actor’s enduring legacy. Notables such as Dia Mirza extended her greetings with a simple “Happy Birthday,” while Saba Pataudi, sister of actor Saif Ali Khan, echoed the sentiment, wishing “Happy Happy Birthday.” Admirers of Rajesh Khanna expressed their longing, with one user commenting, “Happy birthday to you. do miss Khanna Sahab,” and another adding, “Happy Birthday Rajesh Khanna sir. we miss you legend.”
The birthday spotlight also illuminated Twinkle’s own celebratory moments, particularly the quirky homage paid by her husband, superstar Akshay Kumar. The couple, who have been in marital bliss since 2001, notoriously share a quirky and playful dynamic, a trait that evidently spills into their public interactions. Akshay Kumar took a humorous approach in his birthday greeting, sharing a candid video on social media that juxtaposed Twinkle’s elegant demeanor against her zestful and bold personality. The playful post featured Twinkle humorously identifying herself as the ‘asli hulk’ against the backdrop of a Hulk statue.
In his birthday message accompanying the video, Kumar wrote with affection, “Long live my hulk!! Thank you for adding so many years to our life through your humour. May God add many more to yours. Happy Birthday, Tina.” The delightful exchange serves to underscore the couple’s loving relationship, which often eschews traditional sentiments for humor-infused affection.
But the birthday revelries did not end there for Twinkle Khanna. She further seized the Instagram platform to express her enduring sense of wonder and love for adventure in a video showcasing a family deep sea diving trip. Adorned in a black swimsuit, she is seen planting a tender kiss on Akshay’s cheek as they explore the ocean’s depths. Aligning herself with the optimistic philosophy of Dory from ‘Finding Nemo,’ Twinkle wrote, “On my 50th birthday, my eyes and heart are still filled with wonder when I look at the world around me and my family… ‘Just keep swimming.’ May the adventures never cease,” sharing an inspirational message of persistence and joy.
Twinkle Khanna’s dual celebration serves as a testament to the impact Rajesh Khanna has had on her life and the Indian film industry. His legacy continues to resonate through time, intertwined with Twinkle’s accomplishments both in film and literature. As reminiscences and celebrations converge on this shared birthdate, the collective wish of their admirers is apparent: may the Twinkle in Bollywood’s sky and the shimmering memory of its first superstar continue to shine brightly for years to come.
