Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 29: Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is celebrating his 66th birthday this Tuesday, and the day has already become special with a heartfelt tribute from his wife Maanayata Dutt. Marking the occasion, Maanayata took to Instagram to post a touching message and a video montage capturing beautiful moments from their family life.
Referring to the Agneepath actor as her “saiyaara”, Maanayata expressed deep gratitude and admiration for Sanjay as a husband, father, and life partner.
“Every day with you is a gift, but today we celebrate the amazing person you are,” she wrote.
“You’re my rock, my best friend, a protective father, the guiding star and the love of my life. Endlessly grateful to God for ‘YOU’ in our lives… we love you always and ever.”
Glimpses of Love, Laughter, and Family Bonding
The Instagram post included a video montage beginning with a snow-covered mountain getaway featuring the couple, followed by a series of photos with their twins Shahraan and Iqra. The video was set to the title track of ‘Saiyaara’, matching the ongoing Instagram trend and adding an emotional musical layer to the tribute.
Maanayata also shared sneak peeks from Sanjay Dutt’s late-night birthday celebration, which included a family dinner and an intimate cake-cutting ceremony.
A Rock-Solid Bond Since 2008
Sanjay and Maanayata tied the knot in 2008, after dating for two years. The couple first registered their marriage in Goa, followed by a traditional ceremony in Mumbai. They welcomed their twins, Shahraan and Iqra, in 2010.
Sanjay was previously married to actress Richa Sharma, who passed away in 1996 due to a brain tumour. He shares a daughter, Trishala Dutt, with Richa, who is now based in the U.S.
Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Sanjay Dutt has a packed lineup, with major roles in:
- ‘Dhurandhar’, directed by Aditya Dhar
- ‘The Raja Saab’, co-starring Prabhas
- The Kannada action-drama ‘KD – The Devil’
The actor continues to enjoy a strong fan base and remains one of Bollywood’s most enduring figures, known for his transformation over the years, both personally and professionally.