Kiara Advani shared a heartfelt message in memory of her late father-in-law, Sunil Malhotra. She thanked him for the love and warmth he had given her from the start. Along with her note, Kiara posted two black-and-white photos, one showing her with her husband, Sidharth, her father-in-law, and her mother-in-law. Meanwhile, the second picture only featured her father-in-law.
Kiara Advani posts emotional message
Sharing the photos on Instagram, she wrote: “From the very beginning — you welcomed me with open arms, steady wisdom, and a kind of unconditional love that grounded us all. Your warmth was constant. Your generosity is effortless. Your love for your family was at the center of everything you did. You showed up— every single time. You listened with intention.”“You remembered the little things. You gave so freely, never expecting anything in return. Your stories, your laughter, your quiet strength, and your gentle heart will stay with me forever. You leave behind a legacy of gentleness, integrity, and deep, unwavering love”, she added.
“It lives on in your children, grandchildren, and in all of us who were blessed to know you. Rest peacefully. You will forever be missed, forever loved, and forever remembered,” she concluded with a heavy heart.
Sidharth Malhotra shares an emotional note for father
On February 14, Sidharth’s father passed away in New Delhi after battling a long illness. Remembering him a few days later, on February 17, the actor shared a heartfelt tribute, calling his father a man of “rare honesty, integrity, and culture.” The actor wrote: “He lived by values that never bent. Discipline without harshness. Strength without ego. Positivity, even when life tested him beyond measure. From commanding the seas as a Merchant Navy Captain to facing illness with quiet courage, he never compromised, never lost his grace. Even when the stroke confined him to a wheelchair, his spirit stood tall”.He further added, “Papa, your integrity is my inheritance. Your strength guides me every day. Your positivity still holds this family together. I am who I am because of you. And I will carry your name, your values, and your light forward always. Love you, Dad.”
Sunil Malhotra’s influence on Sidharth Malhotra’s life
Sunil Malhotra, who once served as a Merchant Navy captain, played an instrumental part in guiding Sidharth’s life and career. His death is a major emotional loss for the actor, who has repeatedly credited his parents for instilling humility and grounding him amid success.
