Mumbai: As veteran actor Jaya Bachchan turned 75 today, her son-actor Abhishek Bachchan penned a sweet wish on social media to mark the special occasion. Abhishek took to Instagram and shared a blurred picture of himself along with his mother from the music launch of his debut film ‘Refugee’. Sharing the picture, he wrote, “Not the best picture, I know. But, the feeling is loud and clear!! To any child’s first and forever love….Ma! Happy Birthday, Ma” . I love you.” This is a picture from my first official public function as an actor. Music launch of my first film, Refugee. I hope I continue to give her a reason to be proud of me.”
As soon as the post was uploaded, the actor’s fans and friends from the industry poured in their love for Jaya in the comments section. Actor Sonu Sood wrote, “Happy birthday ma’am.” Actor Suniel Shetty wrote, “Happy birthday.” Actress Bipasha Basu dropped a comment, “Happy Birthday Jaya Aunty.” Actress Esha Deol wrote, ‘Happy birthday Jaya Aunty.
Jaya’s granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda also shared a heartfelt wish for her Nani. She posted a young picture of Jaya and captioned it, “Happy Birthday Nani.” Real powerhouse. The glue that binds us all. I love you!” Wishing her on her birthday, Ananya Panday wrote on her Insta Story, “Birthday Queen! Love you Jay Anuti. #bestbest#best.”
She belonged to an era of actors when there was no such thing as paparazzi, vanity van culture. Simplicity dominated the films and this could be reflected in the lives of the actors as well. The filmography of Jaya Bhaduri, later known as Jaya Bachchan, is full of gems. From the spunky Mili (Mili) to the mother figure (Fiza), Jaya pulls off each role with conviction and ease. The long haired Bengali beauty with a lovely smile ruled the silver screen with meaningful roles.