The old picture of Sunny Deol with his sister on Raksha Bandhan has received heartwarming reactions from his fans on Instagram. On Monday, actor Sunny Deol shared an adorably nostalgic post on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, featuring a throwback childhood picture of himself alongside his sister.
Taking to Instagram, the well-known actor, who has accumulated a significant following of 3.8 million people on the popular photo-sharing platform, posted a monochrome childhood picture. In this touching image, young Sunny can be seen with his sister ardently tying a rakhi on his wrist, a customary symbol of sibling bonding. The caption read: “Happy Raksha Bandhan dear sisters,” followed by several red heart emojis, emphasizing the emotional bond and festive spirit. Fans of the actor were quick to shower the picture with affection and compliments, celebrating the nostalgic and heartwarming gesture.
This childhood snapshot has not only charmed fans but also highlights a personal side of Sunny Deol that is often overshadowed by his imposing on-screen persona. The love and warmth emanating from this simple Raksha Bandhan ritual resonate deeply with the actor’s followers, making the post go viral within moments of being published.
Sunny Deol, known off-screen as Ajay Singh Deol, hails from a prominent Bollywood lineage. He is the son of legendary actor Dharmendra and Prakash Kaur, Dharmendra’s first wife. The family includes two sons, Sunny and Bobby Deol, both established actors, and two daughters, Vijeeta and Ajeeta. In his later years, Dharmendra married actress Hema Malini, expanding the family tree with two more daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol. This prominent family background has continuously kept Sunny in the limelight, marking his journey from a star kid to a Bollywood veteran.
Sunny’s career in Bollywood set off with a significant milestone — his debut in the 1983 romantic film ‘Betaab’, which was not just another movie but a creation close to home, being produced by his father Dharmendra and directed by Rahul Rawail.
. The movie featured Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh as two young lovers grappling with family issues and societal differences. This role not only established him as a romantic lead but also showcased his prowess as a promising newcomer with a flair for emotive acting.
Following his debut, Sunny went on to feature in a diverse array of films that cemented his status in the industry. His filmography includes memorable titles such as ‘Sohni Mahiwal’, ‘Manzil Manzil’, ‘Sultanat’, ‘Dacait’, ‘Paap Ki Duniya’, ‘Ram-Avtar’, ‘ChaalBaaz’, ‘Ghayal’, ‘Narsimha’, ‘Vishwatma’, ‘Damini’, ‘Ghatak’, and ‘Ziddi’.
Among these, the 1997 war epic ‘Border’ stands out as a hallmark of his career. Written, produced, and directed by J.P. Dutta, ‘Border’ is set during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and portrays the poignant events of the Battle of Longewala. Sunny Deol’s portrayal of Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri remains etched in the memories of cinephiles. The film also featured prominent actors such as Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Akshaye Khanna, Sudesh Berry, and Puneet Issar.
Another notable project was the 2001 period drama ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha’, directed by Anil Sharma, set against the backdrop of India’s Partition in 1947. This film, co-starring Ameesha Patel, became a significant cultural phenomenon, embodying the cross-border love story and the turbulent times of the partition, further solidifying Sunny’s position as a versatile actor.
In recent times, Sunny reprised his role as Tara Singh in ‘Gadar 2’, rekindling memories for fans of the original film. Moreover, his future projects include varied titles such as ‘Lahore 1947’, ‘Jatt’, ‘Soorya’, ‘Safar’, ‘Border 2’, and ‘Ramayana’, promising to keep his fans eagerly anticipating his next performances.
As Sunny Deol continues to enthrall audiences with his acting prowess, this simple yet profound Instagram post reminds fans of the doting brotherly love he harbors, adding another heartwarming chapter to his illustrious life both on and off the screen.
