Jackie Shroff Pays Emotional Tribute to Vinod Khanna on His 79th Birth Anniversary

Bollywood veteran Jackie Shroff, known for his humility and warmth, continues to honour the memories of his late co-stars and seniors. On October 6, the actor paid tribute to the legendary Vinod Khanna on what would have been his 79th birth anniversary.

A Heartfelt Instagram Tribute

Jackie took to his Instagram stories to share a photo collage of the late superstar. Alongside the pictures, he penned an emotional note: “Always in our hearts #VinodKhanna,”

and added the timeless song “Ruk Jana Nahi”, sung by Kishore Kumar from Vinod Khanna’s 1974 classic Imtihan.

The post instantly struck a chord with fans, who fondly remembered Vinod Khanna’s golden era of cinema and his unforgettable screen presence.

Vinod Khanna: The Icon of Indian Cinema

Born in Peshawar (now in Pakistan) in 1946, Vinod Khanna began his cinematic journey in 1968. Initially cast in supporting and negative roles, he quickly rose to prominence with his strong screen persona and nuanced performances.

From playing an angry young man in Mere Apne (1971) to a ruthless dacoit in Mera Gaon Mera Desh and a soldier-turned-fugitive in Achanak, Khanna’s range as an actor was remarkable.

The 1970s marked his peak as he delivered a series of blockbusters including:

• Haath Ki Safai (1974)

• Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)

• Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978)

• Qurbani (1980)

In 1982, at the height of his fame, Khanna took a spiritual break from Bollywood to follow Osho Rajneesh in Pune and Oregon. He returned to films in 1987 with Insaaf, proving his enduring appeal.

In later years, he transitioned to mature and dignified fatherly roles in modern hits like Wanted (2009) and Dabangg (2010). Vinod Khanna passed away in April 2017, but his legacy continues to inspire generations of actors.

Jackie Shroff’s Ongoing Legacy

Jackie Shroff, himself a celebrated star with over 250 films in 13 languages, continues to win hearts both on and off screen.

On the work front, Jackie will next be seen in the star-studded action-comedy “Welcome To The Jungle”, directed by Ahmed Khan and written by Farhad Samji.

The film features an ensemble cast, including Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Paresh Rawal among many others. Produced by Firoz Nadiadwala, the film is slated for a 2025 release and promises to be a grand cinematic entertainer.

As Jackie Shroff’s touching post reminds us, Bollywood’s golden generation may have passed on, but their influence continues to shine bright through the actors who followed their footsteps.