Konkona Sen Sharma celebrates mom Aparna Sen’s 80th birthday
Actress Konkona Sen Sharma marked her mother’s 80th birthday on social media with a tribute to the filmmaker. She posted a black-and-white photograph of Aparna Sen with words praising her as a storyteller, mentor and dance enthusiast who lives boldly and independently. The message expressed gratitude for her mother’s defiance, courage and emotional depth.
Aparna Sen has directed films and acted in Bengali cinema for decades. She has received nine National Film Awards and the Padma Shri from the Indian government. Actress Shabana Azmi added her own birthday message, calling Sen gorgeous and complete in her many roles. Azmi’s post highlighted Sen’s seamless transitions between filmmaker, performer, mother, wife, grandmother and friend.
