Mumbai, Nov 17 (NationPress) Renowned filmmaker Boney Kapoor recently made a trip to the remarkable Statue of Unity located in Gujarat. Sharing a snapshot from his visit to this national treasure, Boney expressed his admiration for the vision of the country's esteemed Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He remarked, “It has been my honor, privilege, and a dream realized to visit the Statue of Unity. It is genuinely a marvel; the world will appreciate not just the beauty of the surroundings but also the creation of this wonder.” He further stated, “It will be cherished, respected, and honored by everyone who has the chance to witness this world crafted by the vision of our honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was, and will always be, recognized as the iron man of India. His remarkable journey has been immortalized through the Statue of Unity by the vision of our current iron man of India, our beloved Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji.”

In the photo, Kapoor is seen posing with the towering statue in the background. For those unfamiliar, the Statue of Unity pays homage to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and is situated by the Narmada River. It was inaugurated to boost tourism in Gujarat and opened its doors to the public in 2018.

As for Boney Kapoor, the esteemed director recently celebrated his 70th birthday with family and friends, escaping the chaos of city life. His actor brothers, Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor, along with his children Arjun Kapoor and Anshula Kapoor, took to their social media platforms to shower him with birthday wishes. Arjun, his eldest son, shared a nostalgic childhood picture of himself and his younger sister, Anshula Kapoor, alongside their father.

This throwback snapshot featured a younger Boney Kapoor enjoying quality time with his children. Arjun captioned it with heartfelt sentiments, “Happy Birthday, Dad! You’ve dedicated your life to building, creating, and giving to family, to films, and to everyone you encounter. Thank you for teaching me the essence of showing up with heart, evolving, and always moving forward. I am proud to be your son…” To commemorate Boney’s milestone birthday, the Kapoor family organized a lavish yet intimate celebration.

The additional photos shared by Arjun in his post showcased the joyous moments from the birthday festivities. One image captured Boney Kapoor cutting his elegant three-tier birthday cake, while another depicted him alongside his Kapoor family. Boney's younger siblings and fellow actors, Anil and Sanjay Kapoor, also wrote touching notes for their brother.

Anil Kapoor expressed his feelings by sharing a series of pictures from the sumptuous yet cozy birthday gathering, stating, “Happy 70th, Boney! It’s incredible to reflect on the countless memories, laughter, and adventures we've shared. I’m grateful for every single moment – the highs, the lows, and everything that has shaped us. Wishing you endless happiness, love, and good health always,” while tagging Boney Kapoor on social media.

Anshula Kapoor, Boney’s daughter, also penned an emotional message for her father as he reached this significant milestone.

–IANS