How Did Sanjay Dutt’s Late Father Sunil Dutt Inspire Him?

Mumbai, May 25 (NationPress) On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his father’s passing, the legendary actor Sunil Dutt, Sanjay Dutt reflected on the deep influence his father had on shaping his life.

In a moment of remembrance, Sanjay discussed the invaluable lessons of resilience and bravery that his father imparted to him, which encouraged him to tackle life’s most daunting obstacles with unwavering strength. On Sunday, the ‘Bhoomi’ star took to Instagram, sharing a poignant collection of images that included a nostalgic shot of a young Sanjay grinning alongside his father and an iconic scene from their beloved film “Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.” He also included charming solo photographs of his father, cherishing their beautiful memories.

In a touching caption, Sanjay Dutt conveyed his heartfelt appreciation and profound affection for his late father, Sunil Dutt. He recognized that his father went beyond mere parenting—he imparted essential life lessons centered on resilience and fortitude. The ‘Shamshera’ star emphasized how Sunil’s mentorship equipped him to confront difficult periods with bravery.

“You didn’t just raise me; you demonstrated how to stand tall when life becomes challenging. Love you, Dad, and miss you every single day...” expressed Sanjay Dutt.

Priya Dutt, Sanjay’s sister, also shared a heartfelt message, revealing that despite their father’s immense contributions to both the film industry and public service, Sunil Dutt never sought recognition or monuments in his honor.

In her emotional post, Priya reminisced about Sunil Dutt as the cornerstone of their family—an unwavering guide who taught them the significance of humility, gratitude, compassion, and love. In her caption, she wrote, “Dad, whenever you smiled, we knew everything was alright. You were our foundation, the one person who supported us and guided us to move forward with the right values of humility, gratitude, compassion, and love. You always emphasized that one's legacy should be defined by good deeds rather than status or wealth. You have left behind a legacy that continues to resonate with love in the hearts of everyone you've met. That is the real treasure you’ve acquired in life and beyond.”

Priya Dutt continued, “You never desired anything named after you or statues erected in your honor. You never needed that, as you are forever etched in the hearts of those whose lives you enriched. I feel immensely proud to be your daughter. I miss you dearly, but you are with me in everything I do.”

The legendary Bollywood actor and politician Sunil Dutt passed away on May 25, 2005, at the age of 75, due to a heart attack at his residence in Mumbai.