Hema Malini Pays Tribute To Her Mother On Her Birth Anniversary

January 3, 2025: Veteran actress and politician Hema Malini started her Friday on a deeply emotional and nostalgic note as she paid tribute to her late mother, Jaya Chakravarthy, on her birth anniversary. The iconic actress shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, expressing her gratitude for the immense role her mother played in shaping both her personal and professional life.

In her touching tribute, Hema Malini wrote, “It is that day of the year closest to my heart! My darling mother’s birthday which I never fail to celebrate, thanking her for all that she’s done for me. Her amazing personality and the rapport she was able to create with all she met, both in the industry and beyond, is what shaped my career and made me what I am. Thank you Amma, I love you.”

Along with the heartfelt message, Hema Malini shared a few rare and precious photographs of her mother, Jaya Chakravarthy, which beautifully captured the bond they shared. One particular image stood out, portraying the close and loving relationship between mother and daughter.

The post also received a loving response from her daughter, Esha Deol, who expressed her affection by dropping a heart emoji and a folding hands emoji in the comments.

Hema Malini made her acting debut in 1963 with the Tamil film Idhu Sathiyam and went on to become one of the most beloved actresses of Hindi cinema with films like Sapno Ka Saudagar (1968). Her last film appearance was in Shimla Mirchi (2020), alongside Rajkummar Rao and Rakul Preet Singh. In addition to her successful film career, Hema Malini currently serves as a Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), representing Mathura.

Her mother, Jaya Chakravarthy, was a producer and costume designer, and Hema never misses an opportunity to express her gratitude for her mother’s influence on her life. Last year, on the occasion of Jaya’s birthday, Hema also penned a touching note, saying, “Today is so special for me! It is my darling mother’s janam din – a day I celebrate every year ever since she left me. I introspect so much on this day, recalling how much she has contributed to my life & career & how I owe her everything I am today. Thank you Amma. My love always.”

Hema Malini’s heartfelt tributes serve as a beautiful reminder of the deep and irreplaceable bond between a mother and daughter, and the lasting impact of a mother’s love and guidance.