Bollywood is in mourning as Farah Khan and Sajid Khan’s mother, Menaka Irani, passed away at the age of 79. Menaka Irani had been unwell for some time and had undergone multiple surgeries in recent days. Her passing has brought immense sorrow to the renowned choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan and her brother, filmmaker Sajid Khan.
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A Heartbreaking Loss for Farah Khan and Sajid Khan
Menaka Irani, who celebrated her 79th birthday just a few weeks ago, died in Mumbai on Friday. She was the sister of former child actors Daisy Irani and Honey Irani and was married to the noted filmmaker Kamran Khan. The entire Bollywood industry is deeply saddened by this loss.
A Recent Birthday Celebration
Despite her recent health struggles, Menaka Irani had celebrated her 79th birthday just two weeks prior to her passing. The sudden news of her death has left Farah and Sajid’s friends and family in shock. Recently, Farah had shared a touching photo with her mother, along with a heartfelt note, expressing her deep affection and admiration for her.
Menaka Irani’s Acting Career
Menaka Irani was also an actress and had appeared in the 1963 film “Bachpan,” which was penned by the famous screenwriter Salim Khan. Her contribution to the film industry, although less known, is remembered fondly.
Health Struggles
Menaka Irani had been unwell and hospitalized for several days. Although the exact details of her illness were not disclosed, Farah had mentioned on social media that her mother was in the hospital while wishing her a happy birthday on July 12th.
Farah Khan Special Tribute to Her Mother
On July 12th, Farah Khan shared two beautiful pictures with her mother on Instagram, accompanied by a touching note. She wrote, “We all take our moms for granted… especially me! But in the past month, I’ve realized how much I love my mom Menaka. She is the strongest and bravest person I know. She recently underwent surgery, but her sense of humor remains intact. Happy Birthday, Mom! Today is a great day to come home. I’m waiting for you to get strong again and argue with me… I love you so much.”
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