Mumbai: Veteran Bollywood filmmaker David Dhawan celebrated his 75th birthday surrounded by close friends, family, and prominent industry colleagues. The intimate birthday bash held on Sunday quickly became the talk of the town after inside pictures from the celebration went viral on social media.
Superstar Salman Khan stole the limelight at the gathering. Dressed stylishly in an all black outfit paired with a cowboy hat, Salman posed warmly with the veteran director. The bond between the two runs deep, having delivered massive blockbuster comedies like Judwaa and Partner in the past.
The heartwarming photos were shared on Instagram by acclaimed writer and director Rumy Jafry. Offering fans a peek into the exclusive celebration, the pictures captured a touching father and son moment. Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan was seen affectionately planting a kiss on his father’s cheek. For the casual evening, Varun opted for a comfortable sleeveless tee, while the birthday boy wore a light green collared tee.
Sharing the candid moments online, Rumy Jafry penned a special note for his long time colleague. He wrote, “Wishing David sahab a very happy birthday. May you stay healthy and happy always.” Varun Dhawan also took to social media to wish his father, calling him the chillest dad and adding the caption “75 hard.”
The star studded guest list also included renowned producer Sajid Nadiadwala, who joined the group during the cake cutting ceremony. Fans flooded social media platforms with immense love, celebrating the iconic filmmaker who shaped the comedy landscape of Hindi cinema throughout the 1990s and early 2000s.
David Dhawan is celebrated for iconic entertainers like Coolie No 1, Hero No 1, Biwi No 1, and Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. While he has significantly reduced his directorial ventures recently, his legacy remains unmatched in the entertainment industry. His latest cinematic outing, Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, features Varun Dhawan alongside Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde. The intimate birthday celebration served as a beautiful reminder of the strong relationships the legendary director has nurtured in Bollywood over his illustrious career.