In a rare and heartfelt public message, veteran actor-filmmaker Sanjay Khan has opened up about his enduring bond with his former son-in-law, superstar Hrithik Roshan. The note, shared on the eve of Hrithik's 52nd birthday, paints a picture of mutual respect and a family connection that has thrived beyond the star's divorce from Sanjay's daughter, Sussanne Khan.
A Bond That Began With a Bicycle
Sanjay Khan reminisced about his first meeting with Hrithik, which happened when the now-global star was just a teenager. Introduced by his son Zayed Khan, the initial connection was surprisingly mundane. Sanjay needed advice on buying a new bicycle for his morning rides, and Zayed pointed him to Hrithik.
"His explanations were crystal clear, precise, and delivered with a quiet, sincere confidence that left me impressed," Sanjay wrote on Instagram. He admitted he had no inkling then that this knowledgeable young man would one day become part of his family. Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan tied the knot in the year 2000, after a long courtship.
From Teen Advisor to Bollywood Superstar
The note traces Hrithik's journey, acknowledging his meteoric rise to fame with the blockbuster Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai in 2000. Sanjay observed the discipline and focus beneath the stardom during their casual chats. Hrithik would often seek Sanjay's thoughts on film life, listening intently. Sanjay attributes Hrithik's sustained success to his "unwavering dedication and craft," calling him "one of Bollywood's finest—actor, star, and eternal student of his art."
A Graceful Separation and a Lasting Family
Addressing the couple's separation head-on, Sanjay Khan provided a touching insight into their private lives. Hrithik and Sussanne called it quits after 14 years of marriage in 2014. However, Sanjay emphasized that the split was handled with dignity. "Their separation was graceful, never bitter," he stated.
The heart of their continued relationship is their commitment to co-parenting their two sons, Hrehaan and Hridhaan. Sanjay proudly jokes with friends that Sussanne has "gifted Hrithik 'two aces of spades'" in their wonderful boys, whom he describes as handsome and raised with integrity.
Concluding his emotional tribute, Sanjay Khan wished Hrithik a birthday "brimming with health, peace, joy, and prosperity," signing off with, "Happy Birthday, Hrithik. I love you, son." The note stands as a powerful testament to modern family dynamics in the spotlight, where relationships evolve but love and respect remain constant.
