Mumbai, July 2 (NationPress) Vardhaan Puri, the grandson of the iconic Amrish Puri, recently shared a poignant memory that dates back to just days before the celebrated actor's demise.

On Instagram, Vardhaan posted several nostalgic photographs showcasing his grandparents, Amrish and Urmila. The black-and-white snapshots feature the 'Mr. India' star with his beloved wife. In his heartfelt caption, Vardhaan recounted a touching moment from the early days of January 2005, just before the veteran actor passed away. He remembered entering his grandparents' room one morning to borrow a pair of gym socks from his grandfather, an experience that left a profound impression on him.

To his surprise, he found them peacefully sleeping, their hands gently clasped together. Observing their synchronized breaths and the serene smiles on their faces, he realized just how much they had aged. In that tranquil moment, an overwhelming fear of losing them washed over him.

In his post, the actor from 'Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story' expressed his deep affection for his late grandmother. Vardhaan wrote, “I love you, Dadi. Eight years have passed since you left us, but there hasn’t been a single moment when we, as a family, haven’t felt your spirit with us. You live in every breath we take. I can hear your lullabies in your sweet voice whenever I struggle to sleep. The sound of your bangles lingers in my ears, especially during lonely times. Your favorite pink nail polish still brings me comfort at night.”

“You nurtured us with immense love. You will always be the true HERO of our family, as Dadu would say.”

Vardhaan continued, “A few days before Dadu’s passing in January 2005, when both Dadu and Dadi were 72 years old, I walked into their room early one morning to borrow his gym socks. What I saw brought tears to my eyes. Dadu and Dadi were asleep, their hands intertwined. Their calm, rhythmic breathing and gentle smiles made me realize they no longer looked as youthful as before, and the fear of losing them struck me hard. I couldn’t look away.”

“In that moment, I understood that life is incredibly fleeting and unpredictable. However, love is eternal. The 1st of July will always be a bittersweet day for my family. I hope to make you proud every day, Dadi.-Your Raja #UrmilaAmrishPuri #Hero.”

For those unfamiliar, Amrish Puri passed away on December 27, 2004, due to a brain hemorrhage. Known for his powerful villain roles, he is best remembered for his iconic portrayal of Mogambo in “Mr. India.” His legacy includes unforgettable performances in classic films like “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,” “Karan Arjun,” “Koyla,” and “Nayak.”