Mumbai, Dec 20 (NationPress) The talented actress Ankita Lokhande celebrated her birthday on December 19, receiving heartfelt wishes from Shweta Singh Kirti, the sister of the late star Sushant Singh Rajput. Sharing a delightful photo with Ankita on her social platform, Shweta expressed, “Happy Birthday, Ankita. Wishing you endless happiness and health. Sending all my love, @lokhandeankita.”

For those unaware, Ankita and Sushant were involved in a loving relationship for seven years, having first crossed paths on the sets of their acclaimed series Pavitra Rishta, where they portrayed the lead characters, Archana and Manav.

Their breakup in 2017 came as a surprise to many followers. Following some time apart, Ankita began a relationship with businessman Vicky Jain, and they tied the knot in December 2021.

This year, Ankita marked her birthday in grand style on December 19, inviting numerous friends from the entertainment world.

Viral videos circulating on social media from the celebration depict the birthday girl engaging with her guests and joyfully dancing throughout the event.

On December 20, Ankita took to her social media to express her gratitude for being surrounded by her “chosen people” on her special day.

She conveyed, “Friendships and bonds are two distinct blessings in life. Friendship is a divine gift, pure and effortless. Bonds, however, are cultivated by us—nurtured with time, love, effort, and intention (sic).”

Emphasizing the significance of true friendships, she remarked, “At times, we overlook how profoundly relationships shape our lives. In joyful moments, few individuals genuinely share in our elation. Conversely, during sorrowful times, only a select few choose to offer support and companionship.”

Ankita also acknowledged her gratitude for discovering her chosen family in Mumbai.

“I am incredibly thankful that in a bustling city like Mumbai, I found my chosen people—individuals with whom I can share joy, silence, laughter, and tears. Each of you who gathered to celebrate me beautifully reminded me of the richness of life,” she expressed, referring to her experiences as the Pavitra Rishta actress.

She also thanked her friends for making her birthday memorable, even in the absence of her husband, Vicky Jain.

Ankita shared, “Thank you for making my birthday so special. I will forever be grateful for this love. When people say friends become family, you all demonstrated it. Even when Vicky wasn’t present, you showed up—for me, for my happiness—ensuring I didn’t miss a single moment.”

She concluded with, “With this, I gently close the chapter of 2025—feeling grateful, fulfilled, and humbled. Looking forward to 2026: another blessing, another presence, another success, and a new story waiting to unfold. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Happy birthday to me.”