Dia Mirza Yearns for Another Lifetime with Her Father
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Synopsis
Bollywood actress Dia Mirza expresses her heartfelt longing for another lifetime with her late father, Frank Handrich, through a touching birthday tribute. She reflects on his teachings and the profound impact of art and nature on his life.
Key Takeaways
- Dia Mirza shares emotional tribute to her late father.
- She highlights the importance of art as a form of expression.
- Dia connects her father's teachings about nature and teamwork.
- She reflects on her professional journey with the film adaptation of Kaafir.
- Her father’s legacy continues to inspire her.
Mumbai, April 14 (NationPress) In a touching moment of contemplation, Bollywood actress Dia Mirza expressed her profound desire to experience another lifetime with her late father.
On Monday, the 'Kaafir' actress crafted a moving birthday message for her deceased father, Frank Handrich, who was a German graphics and industrial fair designer residing in Munich. In her message, Dia conveyed her longing for additional time with her father. Accompanying a picture of her hero, she wrote, “I create art when I feel like screaming. That’s what my father used to say. Art was his voice, his rebellion, his prayer. Through ink, charcoal, brush, or lens—he encapsulated the turmoil in his mind and the disorder in our universe. He believed that art wasn’t just a reflection—it was a duty.”
“A means to reflect, to portray, to commemorate. He had a profound connection to nature. It anchored him. He listened to it, communicated through it. This illustration of ants—his ants—resonates deeply with me today. Because it embodies everything he represented, everything he aimed to teach me. Did you know? Ants operate as superorganisms. A colony functions like a single living entity, with each ant akin to a cell in a larger brain. Small. Relentless. Serving a cause greater than themselves. They neither complain nor give up. They carry ten times their weight and persist—with purpose, with patience. Ants impart the lesson: Teamwork surpasses ego,” she continued.
The message further expressed, “Discipline cultivates strength. No task is insignificant when approached with purpose. The next time you encounter an ant, don’t dismiss it. Allow it to remind you: Consistency is a superpower. Happy Birthday, Pappa. Perhaps in another life, I’ll have more time with you. Until then, I carry you in every line, every lesson, every quiet moment. My hero. Forever. #ArtAsResistance #NatureAsTeacher #FathersLegacy #AntWisdom #Superorganism #HappyBirthdayPappa #MyFatherMyHero.”
Dia Mirza's biological father, German artist Frank Handrich, passed away when she was only nine years old.
On the professional front, Dia’s 2019 web series “Kaafir” has made a comeback, now reimagined as a film. Reflecting on the series transitioning into a film, she mentioned that revisiting it stirred up many emotions.
The ‘Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein’ actress told IANS, “It was a powerful experience for me, reliving Kainaaz’s journey and witnessing how far the project has progressed. It reignited memories of the long days of filming in such challenging yet beautiful locations. It also made me contemplate the remarkable team we had—each person contributed their passion and dedication to this narrative. Observing the final product truly reminded me of the strength of storytelling and what a group of sincere, honest, and good individuals can accomplish when united by their love for a story.”
