Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty shared a poignant and heartfelt tribute to her late father on the occasion of his 85th birth anniversary. The actor took to Instagram to remember her father, Surendra Shetty, who passed away in October 2016 after suffering a cardiac arrest.
An Emotional Instagram Tribute
Shilpa Shetty posted a series of nostalgic photographs on her Instagram account, capturing cherished moments from the past. The collection featured intimate pictures showcasing the strong bond between the father and daughter. One particularly priceless image included her father with her son, Viaan, offering a glimpse into the family's multi-generational connection.
The actor concluded the photo series with a group picture of herself and her sister, Shamita Shetty, alongside their father. In the caption, Shilpa penned a touching note, writing, "Cheers to 85, Dad! I hope you are enjoying your single malt up there." The post resonated deeply with her fans and followers, who flooded the comments section with messages of love and support.
Family Life and Recent Headlines
Shilpa Shetty, who married businessman Raj Kundra in November 2009, is a mother of two. The couple welcomed their first child, son Viaan, in 2012. Their daughter, Samisha, was born via surrogacy in February 2020.
However, the actor has recently been in the news for more challenging reasons. She found herself named in an alleged ₹60-crore fraud case. Breaking her silence on the matter, Shilpa issued a strongly worded statement to refute the claims against her.
Shilpa Shetty's Strong Refutation
In her statement, Shilpa Shetty expressed deep sadness over being linked to the case. She clarified her role, stating, "My association with the company was strictly in a non-executive capacity, with no role in its operations, finances, decision-making, or any signing authority." She explained that her involvement was purely professional, limited to endorsing products for a home shopping channel, for which payments are still outstanding.
She made a significant revelation about her family's financial dealings with the company in question. Shetty alleged that her family had loaned nearly ₹20 crore to the company, and that this substantial amount remains unpaid. She criticized the attempt to impute criminal liability on her after a delay of nearly nine years, calling it "legally unsustainable."
The case, filed in August, names Shilpa Shetty, her husband Raj Kundra, and another individual for allegedly cheating a businessman of over ₹60 crore. The actor's emotional tribute to her father stands in stark contrast to the ongoing legal battle, highlighting a personal moment of remembrance amidst professional turmoil.
