Celebrating three decades of timeless grace and unparalleled achievement, Bollywood’s beloved Sushmita Sen reminisced on her transformative journey since clinching the Miss Universe crown in 1994.
In a heartfelt tribute, Sen shared a captivating throwback photo, encapsulating the essence of her victory and its profound impact on her life. She recalled a poignant encounter at an orphanage shortly after her triumph, where a little girl imparted life’s most profound lessons, shaping her worldview.
“This little girl, who I met in an orphanage, taught an 18-year-old me life’s most innocent yet profound lessons, ones that I live by to this day. This captured moment is 30 years old today, as is India’s first-ever victory at Miss Universe!!!,” she wrote.
Sen expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support from her homeland, India, and the unending love from the Philippines. “What a journey it’s been & continues to be…. Thank you India for always being my greatest identity & strength!! Thank you Philippines for the unending love & belonging…Three decades & counting!! #mahalkita,” she added.
She also extended heartfelt gratitude to her fans, writing, “To all my loved fans, friends, family & well-wishers around the world…know that each one of you has made a difference in my life & inspired me in ways you may never know!! I feel the love!!! Thank you!!! WHAT AN HONOUR!!! Here’s to the next #30.”
Meanwhile, on the work front, Sushmita Sen was last seen in the acclaimed thriller drama Aarya, which reignited fervent admiration from fans. In the show, she plays a tough woman who goes beyond boundaries to protect her family from the world of crime. The first season was even nominated for the ‘Best Drama’ series at the International Emmy Awards.