Bollywood actor and singer Ayushmann Khurrana brought a touch of devotion and remembrance to his social media followers as he posted an emotionally charged video on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri. In a heartfelt tribute to his late father, Khurrana shared his rendition of the Shiv Kailash hymn, fulfilling a longing his father had expressed during his final days.
The clip, set against the serene backdrop of the actor’s home and filled with the strains of the hymn, showcases Khurrana’s vocal talent and spiritual reverence. The hymn, replete with its traditional and spiritual significance, resonated deeply with Ayushmann’s own memories and the family tradition of celebrating Mahashivratri together. Ayushmann and his brother, Aparshakti, would annually visit the sector-6 Panchkula temple during their childhood, a ritual that his father bravely continued even after his diagnosis, underscoring his devoutness to Lord Shiva.
Ayushmann accompanied the video with a moving message that read, “#Mahashivratri has always been a family affair in our household. Papa mama @aparshakti and I used to visit sector-6 Panchkula temple every year during our childhood. Last year when my father was diagnosed, he still had the courage to visit the temple during Shivratri all alone, being an ardent disciple of lord Shiva. This is our first Shivratri without him. During his last days, he had requested me to send @paddyshivoham’s rendition of this hymn to him. Jab bhi papa yeh sunte thhe kehte thhe ki beta aapki aawaaz mein yeh bahut achcha lagega…”
His moving gesture on the platform not only allowed fans and followers to partake in his personal remembrance but also to experience the depth of his familial bonds—a sentimental mirror to their own relationships and traditions.
Besides the emotive homage, Ayushmann Khurrana has been busily charting his cinematic journey, following the success of his last outing in ‘Dream Girl 2’, a comedy-drama also featuring Ananya Panday, Annu Kapoor, and Abhishek Banerjee. The film’s favorable reception has been a linchpin of validation for the venturesome actor.
Eager to challenge his artistic repertoire, Ayushmann has teased an explorative approach to his forthcoming roles. In a public statement, he shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming year, “I’m going to experiment with a lot of genres in 2024. My slate of films will be extremely diverse as always and it will focus solely on delivering quality theatrical experience to the audience. I’m currently locking some interesting films that one will love watching with the entire family in theatres.”
Restating his commitment to the shared theatrical experience, a tenet that he upholds as a cornerstone of his career as an entertainer, Ayushmann indicated that his choices reflect the kind of cinema he personally relishes. The anticipation for these new projects is palpable, as each announcement is poised to be a significant reveal, underscoring their individual merit.
While the actor navigates the complexities of loss and the anticipation of new professional challenges, his devotion to his craft and family remains apparent. As Ayushmann Khurrana continues to weave his narrative through both his personal life and silver screen presentations, audiences bear witness to the multifaceted nature of an artist who honors his roots while boldly embracing the diversity of roles that lie ahead.
