Bollywood author, columnist, and actress Twinkle Khanna celebrated a significant milestone on September 27 as her younger daughter, Nitara Kumar, officially turned 13.
A Playful Celebration
To commemorate her daughter’s birthday, Twinkle shared a lighthearted GIF on Instagram featuring herself, her mother Dimple Kapadia, and sister Rinky Khanna. Adding her signature wit, she captioned the post: “It’s the little one’s birthday, but the real circus is clearly over here. Three women, one photo booth, and absolutely no dignity. Any bets on who’s the mother?”
In the playful image, the trio donned oversized party goggles and held quirky placards. One read, “Cheers to 13 years,” while another declared, “Finally 13, ready to party,” and the third flashed, “#Swagger.” The ladies posed against a sparkling golden paper backdrop, enhancing the jubilant atmosphere of the family celebration. Nitara, daughter of Twinkle and superstar Akshay Kumar, has officially embraced her teenage years.
A Family Tradition
Interestingly, the family has a special connection with September, as Twinkle’s husband Akshay, son Aarav, and daughter Nitara are all born in this month.
On the professional front, Twinkle is creating waves with her OTT talk show, “Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle,” which has been trending at number one since its debut. Her unique blend of humour and sharp commentary has resonated with audiences, solidifying her status as one of Bollywood’s most successful crossovers from film to writing and digital media.
The Khanna Legacy
Twinkle’s sister, Rinky Khanna, also a former Bollywood actress, chose a different path after marrying London-based businessman Sameer Saran in 2003 and stepping away from the film industry. Their daughter, Naomika Saran, has recently become a favorite among paparazzi, often noted for her striking resemblance to her grandmother Dimple Kapadia.
Dimple continues to be revered as one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic performers. She made her debut in the classic film Bobby at the age of 16 and later married India’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna. After becoming a mother at 17 with Twinkle’s birth and welcoming Rinky later, Dimple separated from Rajesh in the early 1980s. Despite this, they co-parented their daughters while Dimple carved a second innings in cinema with acclaimed films like “Sagar” and “Rudrangi.”
Twinkle found her happily ever after in 2001 when she married Akshay Kumar, one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars. Together, they cherish their roles as proud parents to Aarav and Nitara.