Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan celebrated his 52nd birthday on January 10, and the occasion was made extra special by a heartwarming tribute from his sister, Sunaina Roshan. She took to social media to share a collection of rare and unseen childhood photographs, giving fans a delightful glimpse into the actor's younger, 'chubbier' days.
Precious Family Moments Unveiled
On Saturday, Sunaina Roshan posted a series of nostalgic pictures as a birthday gift to her brother and his legion of fans. The photos captured intimate family moments from Hrithik's childhood and teenage years. One endearing image shows a teenage Hrithik looking notably plump and cheerful, while another features Sunaina offering a cake to a young adult Hrithik, highlighting their close sibling bond.
A Sister's Heartfelt Birthday Message
Alongside the precious photos, Sunaina penned an emotional and loving note for her brother, whom she affectionately calls 'Duggu'. Her message read: "Happy birthday to my Duggu, my rock! So grateful you're in my life. Proud of the incredible person you are and all you've achieved." She wished him strength, peace, good health, and prosperity, adding, "I don't just celebrate your birthday today… I celebrate your existence. Always rooting for you, Duggu. Shine brighter." She signed off with big hugs, using the hashtags #DugguBirthday and #SiblingsLove.
Father Rakesh Roshan's Loving Wish
The birthday wishes poured in from the entire Roshan family. Earlier on the same day, Hrithik's father, veteran filmmaker and Bollywood icon Rakesh Roshan, also shared a simple yet powerful message on social media. Using his son's nickname, he wrote, "Duggu love you more every year. Happy birthday!"
Hrithik Roshan, one of Indian cinema's most bankable stars, began his remarkable Bollywood journey in January 2000 with the blockbuster debut 'Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai' opposite Ameesha Patel. Over the past two decades, he has delivered numerous iconic performances and commercial hits. His illustrious filmography includes acclaimed movies like 'Fiza', 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 'Mission Kashmir', the superhero franchise starter 'Koi Mil Gaya', and its sequels 'Krrish' and 'Krrish 3'. He has also starred in critically praised films such as 'Lakshya', 'Guzaarish', 'Jodhaa Akbar', and more recent successes like 'War' and 'Fighter'.
The social media posts from his family underscore the strong personal support system behind the global star. While fans are accustomed to seeing Hrithik Roshan as a Greek god-like figure with a chiseled physique, these birthday glimpses reveal a more personal and relatable side, endearing him further to his audience.
