Anshula Kapoor shares an emotional note for late mother Mona: 'I remember what it felt like to be yours'

Fourteen years after Mona Shourie Kapoor passed away, her children Anshula and Arjun Kapoor, shared heart-wrenching tributes that resonate with anyone who has experienced the "unexplainable" grief of losing a parent. In a viral Instagram post, Anshula admitted that while her mother's face may blur with time, the feeling of "belonging" to her remains as vivid as ever. As Arjun Kapoor noted that they are "still lost" without her in 2026, the siblings' raw vulnerability sparked a conversation among netizens who shared their own stories of love and long-term loss.

Anshula Kapoor's emotional note

In her caption, Anshula wrote, “Maa, I don’t remember everything about you anymore, but I remember what it felt like to be yours. To come to you with the smallest things - a headache, a bad day, a complaint that didn’t even make sense… and still be heard like it mattered. There was a version of me that only existed in your presence, and I think that’s what I miss the most. Not just you, but the way you saw me. 14 years since the last time I held your hand, and some days I still catch myself thinking, “I need to tell mom.” And this feeling will never go away. Because I will always need my Maa. Miss you everyday. Love you forever." Anshula also recalled the last time she held her mother’s hand. That moment, even after 14 years, remains vivid in her memory. She expressed how certain feelings never leave. The need to share moments with a parent continues, even in their absence.

Fans react to Anshula Kapoor's post

The post quickly filled with emotional responses from followers. One commented, "One of the strongest & the most kind human being I know. Sending you all my love & hugs " Another wrote, "Hugggsssssss"Some comments reflected deeply personal memories. One user shared, "It’s funny - every now and then I reach into my memory and replay the way my dad chuckles or says specific words that is very him. It’s been 14 years he passed and I still practise hearing his chuckle ever so often coz I’m terrified that I’ll forget what he sounds like if I stop. It’s absolutely the most bizarre unexplainable thing." Another added, "Having lost both my parents within a gap of 5 years, your post resonates so much. I remember the instances but the faces have slowly blurred. Being the only child makes things so difficult sometimes. It's just me and the memories."

More about the late Mona Shourie Kapoor

Mona Shourie Kapoor was married to Boney Kapoor from 1983 to 1996. The couple had two children, Arjun Kapoor and Anshula Kapoor. Arjun, born in 1985, went on to become a Bollywood actor. Anshula, born in 1990, has maintained a strong presence off-screen.

Arjun Kapoor’s heartfelt message

Actor Arjun Kapoor also paid tribute to his mother on her death anniversary. His message was short but deeply emotional, "14 years & we are still lost without u Maa".