As a lifestyle expert with a penchant for delving into the lives of influential personalities, I find myself deeply moved by the heartwarming tale of the Mukerji family, particularly the bond shared between Tanuja and her daughters Kajol and Tanishaa. Growing up in a joint family, as Tanishaa put it, under the watchful eyes of three generations, theirs was a story of resilience, love, and the power of strong values instilled by a ‘typical Indian mother’.
Today marks the 81st birthday of Kajol’s mother, the esteemed actress Tanuja. On this joyous occasion, her daughter Tanishaa Mukerji reminisced about their upbringing, expressing gratitude for the strong values instilled in them by her mother. She affectionately referred to her as a quintessential Indian mother. Tanishaa also shared a childhood memory, mentioning that she would often accompany her mother on set, but found it distressing when her mother would cry during filming, which would make her quite emotional.
In an interview with Indian Express, Tanishaa Mukerji shared thoughts on the hurdles her mother, Tanuja, experienced as a single parent in the workforce. She highlighted the struggles that single mothers often face when trying to manage both their professional and family duties. Nevertheless, Tanishaa pointed out that they were fortunate because they grew up in an extended family setup, which provided them with the loving care of their grandmother and great-grandmother – a unique advantage of being raised by three generations simultaneously.
Tanishaa Mukerji mentioned that, much like any ordinary Indian mom, Tanuja placed great emphasis on instilling discipline and good manners in her daughters. Furthermore, she noted, “My family is quite typical within the film industry. My mother is an ordinary woman. She’s a quintessential Indian mother who knows how to raise her children with the right values.
On occasion, she would correct us and instill good values in us, while also showing us affection and pampering us. In essence, her approach to parenting involved both setting boundaries and showering us with love.
Looking back at her childhood, Tanishaa Mukerji recalls the excitement she felt every time she watched her mother get ready for work. On numerous occasions, she’d share her dreams with her mother, Tanuja, saying, “Mom, when I grow up, I want to style my hair like this and wear makeup just like you.” Tanishaa disclosed that her mother greatly inspired her ambition to pursue acting.
Additionally, the actress mentioned that while she often went with her mother to film sets, it wasn’t always a pleasant experience for her. “I would accompany my mother on set, but I didn’t like it much because she would cry in many scenes and this made me feel quite distressed,” she explained.
This afternoon, Kajol posted two beautiful pictures on Instagram in honor of Tanuja’s 81st birthday. In the initial snapshot, Kajol is radiantly dressed in a black saree with a full-length blouse, posing alongside her mother who elegantly sits in a majestic purple dress accessorized with a pink shawl, pearl necklace, and exquisite earrings.
Kajol’s sister Tanishaa appears in a pretty pink saree, wearing a sleeveless blouse, joining the trio who are all grining in a delightful family snapshot. In the second picture, a cake beautifully designed with an image of veteran actress Tanuja is displayed, decorated with flowers and berries. Kajol’s touching message on social media expresses her affection for her mother, describing her as an ‘immortal, zany, beautiful goddess’.
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2024-09-23 13:54