Did Imtiaz Ali Celebrate His Mother's 75th Birthday in Pahalgam?

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Key Takeaways
- Imtiaz Ali celebrated his mother's 75th birthday in Pahalgam.
- Family members wore matching T-shirts for the occasion.
- Ali's upcoming film features notable actors.
- Pahalgam has faced recent challenges due to security issues.
- Ali supported Diljit amid casting controversies.
Mumbai, July 6 (NationPress) Renowned director Imtiaz Ali marked his mother's 75th birthday in the picturesque town of Pahalgam, Kashmir. He shared glimpses of the family festivities on social media, posting a collection of photos and a video on his official Instagram account.
During the cake-cutting moment, attendees donned matching T-shirts featuring the face of the filmmaker's mother.
Ali expressed his sentiments with the caption, “gratitude and love as mom turns 75! in Pahalgam, Kashmir :) @khawarjamsheed @arifali1541 @haya_vakil @mahidaisha...more,” showcasing the warmth of the family celebration.
Pahalgam has recently been in the news due to a tragic terror attack that claimed the lives of at least 26 civilians.
On the professional front, Ali has revealed his upcoming project featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari.
If sources are accurate, this untitled drama is set to commence filming by August this year, with an anticipated theatrical release on Baisakhi 2026.
Discussing his new project, Ali stated, “‘Tum mere paas hote ho goya, Jab koi doosra nahin hota’ (‘You are with me, however, When there is no one else’) -Momin. Can love really be lost? Can home be taken away from someone’s heart?”
He added, “It has a large canvas, yet is very personal. It is a story of a boy and a girl, but also a country. Wish us well as we dive into the currents of this dynamic story, we hope to emerge next year with a touching cinematic experience in a theatre near you,” highlighting the emotional depth of the narrative.
Furthermore, Ali recently stood by Diljit amid the ongoing controversy surrounding his film, “Sardaar Ji 3,” which stars Pakistani actress Hania Aamir.
He clarified that the Punjabi actor and singer had no role in the casting decisions, stating, “I don't know the details, but casting someone isn't the decision of the actor. I don't know how it went, but I know that uske andar desh prem bahut zyada hai (He loves his country too much). Jo log dekh paayenge unke andar ke sach ko, unko ye samajh mein aa jaayega (People who can see the truth, will understand),” emphasizing Diljit's patriotism.