Veteran actress Simi Garewal has extended warm birthday wishes to her special friend Rakesh Roshan as he turned 76 on Saturday. She shared a heartfelt message and a lovely photo on Instagram, celebrating her bond with the legendary filmmaker and her “youngest” friend.
In her post, Simi Garewal called Rakesh Roshan “Dearest Guddu” and described him as her “special oldest, I mean youngest friend.” She wished him a very happy birthday and happiness in every part of his life. Along with the message, she posted a picture of herself with Rakesh and his wife Pinki Roshan, sharing a joyful moment they all enjoyed together.
Simi Garewal is a well-known Bollywood actress famous for her roles in movies like Saathi, Mera Naam Joker, Karz, and her performances in Bengali films such as Aranyer Din Ratri. She’s also celebrated for her popular talk show, Rendezvous with Simi Garewal, where she hosted many Bollywood celebrities.
Meanwhile, Rakesh Roshan’s son, Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, also paid a touching tribute to his father. Hrithik shared a series of nostalgic photos on Instagram, featuring Rakesh with his family and childhood snapshots, including a memorable picture from Hrithik’s debut film Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, released in 2000.
In his heartfelt message, Hrithik spoke about how his father has been his “best teacher” and the reason he’s built resilience in life. He thanked Rakesh for helping him develop strength and balance through life’s challenges. Hrithik wrote, “Happy birthday, Papa! Thank you for shaping me into who I am today. When life gets tough, I always remember that I have the strength inside because of you.”
He added that his father’s guidance helped him find inner peace and wisdom, and that he now faces life with a balanced mind—never fully complete, but never empty either. Hrithik expressed pride and love for his dad, saying, “I’m proud to be your son. I love you.”
This warm exchange shows the strong bond between Rakesh Roshan and his family, celebrating not just another year of his life but also the life lessons he continues to pass down.
