Khushi Kapoor shares rare photo of her mother Sridevi ahead of late actress's 62nd birth anniversary
Just before what would have marked
Sridevi
's 62nd birthday on August 13, her younger daughter
Khushi Kapoor
took to social media to honour the iconic actress with a touching tribute. Khushi, who made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar's 'The Archies', posted a never-before-seen vintage photo of her mother that deeply moved her fans.
Unseen 1990s photo of Sridevi posted on Instagram
Khushi posted a photo on her Instagram story showing her mother, Sridevi, in the late 1990s. Sridevi is seen wearing a pink floral top and matching jeans, with her hair flowing freely and a bright smile on her face. Khushi didn't write any caption, but the picture itself expressed a heartfelt sentiment.
Remembering Sridevi's legacy and tragic demise
Sridevi, celebrated as the trailblazing female superstar of Indian films, tragically passed away on February 24, 2018, in Dubai due to an accidental drowning. Her sudden loss deeply affected the entire country. At that moment, her elder daughter
Janhvi Kapoor
was busy filming her first movie, 'Dhadak', a film that Sridevi, heartbreakingly, never had the chance to watch on the big screen.
Khushi and Janhvi Kapoor keep Sridevi's memory alive
Khushi and Janhvi Kapoor have kept their mother Sridevi's legacy alive by frequently sharing rare photos and paying tribute to her during important moments, such as her birthdays, anniversaries, and their own film milestones.
Khushi Kapoor's ongoing journey in Bollywood
On the professional front, Khushi Kapoor is still carving her niche in the Bollywood industry. After making her debut with 'The Archies', she went on to act in 'Nadaaniyan' and 'Loveyapa', but both films didn't manage to make a strong impact with viewers or critics. She is currently focused on preparing for her upcoming projects.
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