Sushmita Sen’s heartfelt birthday posts for her daughter, Renee Sen, have captured the attention of fans and sparked a surprising online debate. As the young actress turned 26, her mother’s proud social media tributes led many to notice an uncanny resemblance between Renee and the legendary, late actress Smita Patil.
Sushmita Sen, known for being a doting and proud mother, left no stone unturned to celebrate her daughter’s special day. The former Miss Universe took to Instagram to share a series of stunning pictures of Renee from a recent photoshoot. The glamorous snaps showed Renee looking all grown up and confident. “Uffffff!!!! ❤️ Attitude doesn’t compete…it SLAYS in its own lane!! 😉👊 I love you Birthday Girl @reneesen47 😀🥂Stunningggg!!!” Sushmita’s caption read, radiating with pride.
This was followed by an even more emotional post—a photo dump filled with unseen nostalgic moments from Renee’s childhood and Sushmita’s early days of motherhood. The collection featured candid photos of family vacations, beach days, and goofy moments, all capturing the deep bond between the two. In a heartfelt tribute, Sushmita referred to her as her “first love” and “God’s most precious gift, that changed my life forever.” She added, “This is YOUR year….bring it on Shona @reneesen47 👊😉💃🏻 I am forever Proud of you!!!”
Amidst the outpouring of birthday wishes and love, fans couldn’t help but notice a striking detail. Many began commenting on how much Renee Sen looked like the iconic actress Smita Patil. The observation quickly gained traction as fans put side-by-side photos of the two actresses, highlighting the undeniable likeness. The comparison resonated widely, with many agreeing that Renee has a similar facial structure, expressive eyes, and a certain gravitas that was characteristic of the late Bollywood star.
Renee, who is carving her own path in the film industry, also took to her Instagram to express her gratitude. Thanking her mother for her love and support, she wrote, “To love and to be loved unconditionally is the best feeling in the world… On my birthday, I can’t help but feel so so grateful for this life and all that it’s teaching me.” She called being her mother’s daughter “God’s best blessing” and thanked her for this “beautiful life.”
The doppelgänger theory has been a major talking point since the celebrations, adding a fascinating new layer to the legacy Renee Sen is building. Given the strong resemblance, it’s a comparison that is sure to follow her as she continues her acting journey.