Actor Shah Rukh Khan recently paid homage to Menaka Irani, the mother of renowned filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan, who sadly passed away on Friday. Shah Rukh, accompanied by his wife Gauri Khan and daughter Suhana Khan, visited Farah’s residence in the evening to offer their heartfelt condolences.
Images and videos of the Khan family arriving at Farah’s home quickly made rounds on social media. Shah Rukh was dressed in a simple white shirt paired with jeans and shoes, and he carried a bag. Gauri chose a stylish green and white outfit, while Suhana opted for a comfortable black sweatshirt and trousers, reflecting a somber yet respectful attire for the occasion.
In one of the videos, Shah Rukh and Gauri are seen departing from Farah’s house. Shah Rukh gave Farah a warm hug before they parted ways, showing his support and affection. He blew a kiss and waved as they got into separate cars, leaving Farah, who was dressed in a blue shirt and pants, with a sense of comfort and solidarity. Also present was Shah Rukh’s manager, Pooja Dadlani, underscoring the close-knit support network around Farah during this difficult time.
Throughout the day, other prominent celebrities, including Rani Mukerji, Shilpa Shetty, Bhushan Kumar, and MC Stan, visited Farah’s home to pay their respects, highlighting the widespread sympathy and support from the film industry.
Menaka Irani, who was the mother of both Farah and her brother Sajid Khan, passed away at the age of 79. Her passing came just days after Farah had shared on Instagram that her mother had undergone several surgeries. In a heartfelt birthday message, Farah had expressed her deep admiration for her mother’s incredible strength and enduring sense of humor, despite facing significant health challenges. Farah had conveyed her hope for her mother’s swift recovery, expressing her eagerness for them to share more cherished moments together. This poignant tribute underscores the deep love and bond shared between Farah and her mother, a sentiment echoed by the outpouring of support from friends and colleagues in the industry.
