Mumbai, September 23, IANS - Celebrated actress Tanuja, a beloved figure in Indian cinema, marked her 82nd birthday surrounded by love and family. Her daughter, actress Tanishaa Mukherjee, shared a touching moment on social media, expressing her affection with the message, “Happy Birthday Mommy, Tum jiyo hazaaron saal yeh meri hai aarzoo.”

The post showcased Tanuja beaming with joy while indulging in a slice of cake, embodying elegance and positivity. Tanuja's elder daughter, Kajol, also contributed by sharing several snapshots and videos from her mother’s intimate yet heartfelt birthday gathering.

Kajol’s caption read, “Happy birthday to #Maadurga #Maakali #Maachandi, etc., all rolled into one. I am so blessed to have her! Forever thankful that Maa chose to be my mother... gratitude, gratitude, gratitude eternally... #Tanuja, thank you for being my mother. I aspire to be an ode to you always. #duggadugga #pujospecial.” On this special occasion, love and well wishes flowed in abundantly.

Actress Shamita Shetty sent warm wishes, and industry legend Jackie Shroff also conveyed his greetings, adding to the admiration and respect that Tanuja continues to receive. Kajol, known for her engaging social media presence, reshared Jackie’s post, expressing her gratitude on behalf of her mother, stating, “Thank you from Mummy.”

Fans and admirers flooded the comments with blessings and affection for the iconic actress, making her day even more memorable. For those unfamiliar, Tanuja has captivated audiences with her remarkable performances in films like “Haathi Mere Saathi,” “Jewel Thief,” “Anubhav,” “Mere Jeevan Saathi,” among others. Tanuja remains an enduring figure in Indian cinema, with her effortless charm and diverse acting skills earning her a distinct place in Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi films.

On a personal note, Tanuja, daughter of acclaimed actress Shobhana Samarth and sister to Bollywood star Nutan, married filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee and is the proud mother of two daughters, Kajol and Tanishaa.