Shabana Azmi turns 74: Urmila Matondkar calls her “The Maa that CineMa gave me” in heartfelt post

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrates her 74th birthday today, and to mark the occasion, actress Urmila Matondkar shared a heartwarming tribute on social media. Urmila, who first worked with Shabana in the 1983 classic Masoom, posted a series of nostalgic pictures on Instagram, including a behind-the-scenes shot from the film. In Masoom, Shabana played Indu Malhotra, while Urmila portrayed her daughter, Pinky.In her birthday message, Urmila affectionately referred to Shabana Azmi as the “Maa that CineMa gave me,” playfully adding, “Cheesy as it may sound I can always say to anyone ‘Mere paas Maa hai’.” Urmila's touching note highlighted the bond she has shared with Shabana for nearly four decades. “It has been an absolute pleasure and an incredible privilege to have seen you, worked with you, understood, and learnt a great deal from you, which still continues,” she wrote.Decades of Friendship and CollaborationThe heartfelt post also showcased the depth of their connection. Urmila noted, “Nothing can precisely describe the bond that I share with you, which both of us have so carefully woven over almost 4 decades and tremendously cherished.” In addition to Masoom, the two actresses have collaborated on films such as Tehzeeb, Karm, and Bhavna, strengthening their personal and professional relationship over the years. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Urmila Matondkar (@urmilamatondkarofficial)Most recently, Shabana Azmi was seen in Ghoomer alongside Saiyami Kher and Abhishek Bachchan, and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. Both films were released in 2023. Her next project, Bun Tikki, will feature her alongside Abhay Deol and Zeenat Aman.Also Read: Shabana Azmi’s 50-year career to be honoured at IFFSA 2024; Boman Irani-Avinash Tiwary’s The Mehta Boys to open the festival

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrates her 74th birthday today, and to mark the occasion, actress Urmila Matondkar shared a heartwarming tribute on social media. Urmila, who first worked with Shabana in the 1983 classic Masoom , posted a series of nostalgic pictures on Instagram, including a behind-the-scenes shot from the film. In Masoom , Shabana played Indu Malhotra, while Urmila portrayed her daughter, Pinky.

Shabana Azmi turns 74: Urmila Matondkar calls her “The Maa that CineMa gave me” in heartfelt post In her birthday message, Urmila affectionately referred to Shabana Azmi as the “Maa that CineMa gave me,” playfully adding, “Cheesy as it may sound I can always say to anyone ‘Mere paas Maa hai’.” Urmila's touching note highlighted the bond she has shared with Shabana for nearly four decades. “It has been an absolute pleasure and an incredible privilege to have seen you, worked with you, understood, and learnt a great deal from you, which still continues,” she wrote.

Decades of Friendship and Collaboration The heartfelt post also showcased the depth of their connection. Urmila noted, “Nothing can precisely describe the bond that I share with you, which both of us have so carefully woven over almost 4 decades and tremendously cherished.” In addition to Masoom , the two actresses have collaborated on films such as Tehzeeb , Karm , and Bhavna , strengthening their personal and professional relationship over the years.

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