On Monday, actor Riteish Deshmukh took to social media to share an emotional tribute to his late father and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on his 80th birth anniversary, on May 26. He was joined by other family members including wife and actress Genelia Deshmukh (aka Genelia Dsouza). Remembered as a towering figure in Indian politics, Vilasrao Deshmukh passed away on August 14, 2012, due to multiple organ failure.
Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh pay emotional tribute to Vilasrao Deshmukh on his birth anniversary
In a series of photos shared online, the Deshmukh family—including sons Riteish, Amit, and Dheeraj, along with their partners, mother Vaishali Deshmukh, and children – gathered at their ancestral village Babhalgaon in Latur to pay their respects as they fondly remembered the famous persona. The photos capture the family folding hands and praying in front of a portrait of the late leader.
Riteish, who is also a celebrated actor in Hindi Cinema as well as director and producer in Marathi cinema, penned a heartfelt note to his father, describing how the family continues to feel his presence. He wrote, “Earlier we wanted to celebrate your birthday Pappa but now your grand kids want to make this day their Ajoba’s day… Coming to Latur, Babhalgaon feels like running back into your arms. Fulfilment, content, happiness, bliss. The heart still yearns for that one touch, that one hug and that one smile that makes everything alright .. we know you are looking out for us from up above. Miss you Pappa.”
Genelia Deshmukh, Riteish’s wife and a popular Bollywood actress, also shared photos of her seeking blessings from her late father-in-law. In a simple but touching caption, she wrote, “Happy Birthday Pappa… Miss you today and everyday.” Other family members also took to social media to post photos and videos from the day, remembering the late leader with love and reverence.
Vilasrao Deshmukh served as the 14th Chief Minister of Maharashtra and held multiple portfolios in the Union Cabinet including Science and Technology and Earth Sciences. Despite his political stature, he was a much-loved figure within his family, as seen in these heartfelt tributes. Meanwhile, star and entrepreneur couple Riteish and Genelia, who got married in 2012 and are parents to two sons, have always kept the late leader’s memory alive through personal and public commemorations, blending family, legacy, and emotion.
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