Mumbai, March 25 – Filmmaker Farah Khan has revealed that Sunita Kapoor, the wife of Anil Kapoor, makes it a point to send food for her three children whenever Farah is out of town, further calling Sunita her "BFF in sukh and dukh" (best friend in good and bad times).
On Sunita Kapoor's birthday on March 25, Farah penned a heartfelt note, highlighting her friend's unwavering support and care. She shared how Sunita ensures her children are looked after even in her absence, making her feel at ease while travelling for work.
"I started out as a friend of @anilkapoor, but over the years, @kapoor.sunita has become someone whose friendship I cherish. She is the best friend one can have, always giving and always there for you, whether it's to send food for my kids when I'm out of town, or to find me house help, or just to hold my hand when I'm going through a difficult time."
She further wrote, "If you have Sunita as your friend, you're very lucky, because she's all heart! I'm so happy to have earned this friendship, because it's a hard-won one. Happy birthday @kapoor.sunita, you are very loved and appreciated by all who know you."
In another post, Farah wrote, "Happiest birthday @kapoor.sunita – always the best friend in good and bad times. She's my source of advice and food. I'm lucky to have her as my friend."
The pictures shared by Farah in a carousel post on social media, capture their close bond, including warm hugs and candid moments, reflecting a friendship that has evolved over decades.
For those unfamiliar, Sunita Kapoor is the wife of Bollywood superstar Anil Kapoor and the mother of actresses Sonam Kapoor, Harshvardhan Kapoor, and producer-designer Rhea Kapoor.
Over the years, Sonam has often credited her mother for shaping her personality and being a constant support system.
Talking about Sunita and Anil Kapoor, the couple tied the knot in 1984 and have been married for over four decades.
Anil has always spoken in his earlier interviews about how Sunita has stood by him through his early struggles in the film industry.
Known for her warmth and hospitality, Sunita hosts the large Karva Chauth celebrations at her Mumbai residence every year, which are attended by many Bollywood celebrities, including Shilpa Shetty, Geeta Basra, Madhoo, and many others.
Sunita, who is grandmother to Sonam Kapoor's son Vayu, is now set to welcome her second grandchild soon.
Sonam had announced her pregnancy last year and has since been seen flaunting her baby bump at various professional events.