How Did Divya Dutta Celebrate Shabana Azmi's 75th Birthday?

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Key Takeaways
- Shabana Azmi celebrated her 75th birthday surrounded by iconic friends.
- Divya Dutta shared heartfelt memories and tributes to her fellow actresses.
- The event highlighted the enduring friendships in the film industry.
- Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar's dance was a highlight of the evening.
- Unseen photos shared by Divya showcased the beauty of the celebration.
Mumbai, Sep 20 (NationPress) The iconic actress Shabana Azmi marked her 75th birthday on Thursday, celebrating this milestone surrounded by cherished friends, including Preity Zinta, Divya Dutta, Rekha, Neena Gupta, Soni Razdan, Deepti Naval, and Ila Arun.
Divya delighted fans with exclusive photos from the festivities, expressing her connection with each of the honorees.
Reflecting on her time with Rekha, she shared, "The #Diva @rekhajifanpage. Twinning in black and white with her was an unforgettable experience! I’ve danced to salaameishq meri jaan countless times as a child!! That adaaa!!! Omg!! (sic)"
Lauding the talented actresses from 'Mandi', Neena Gupta, Ila Arun, and Soni Razdan, along with Deepti Naval, she remarked, "My favorite film Mandi and the incredible actors. The lovely @neena_gupta, @ilaarun, and @sonirazdan! Their impact on me is immeasurable!! I always asked Shyam Benegal, 'if I was an actor then, what role would you have given me?' and he always smiled enigmatically. Sharing the frame with them along with the brilliant @deepti.naval was pure joy."
Expressing her affection for the birthday girl Shabana Azmi and her husband Javed Akhtar, she continued, "And then of course, the heart of the celebration, the birthday girl @azmishabana18 and @javedjaduofficial. That dance was a true celebration of life!! These two amazing individuals!!"
"These are people I hold so very dear!!! A magic from that era that continues in full glory!! These moments are invaluable."
Earlier, Divya had shared a video montage on Instagram featuring her moments with Shabana.
Describing her as "supremely precious," she wrote, "And I could never adequately express my love for you...bas...ever since I saw you on the big screen, you became my favorite... and when life gave me the chance to meet you, to know you, I became your biggest devotee and table fan!! You are truly extraordinary, Shabana di!!"