'Life’s been kinda cruel to me lately': Arjun Kapoor pens emotional birthday tribute to mother Mona Kapoor

Actor Arjun Kapoor marked his late mother Mona Shourie Kapoor’s birth anniversary with an emotional note that struck a chord with his followers. Taking to Instagram, Arjun shared a series of old black-and-white photographs, offering a glimpse into cherished memories while expressing how deeply he continues to miss her.

Arjun Kapoor says his life’s been cruel lately

Along with the pictures, Arjun penned a heartfelt message reflecting on resilience, loss, and the strength his mother instilled in him. “Happy birthday Maa, I miss u so much today �� Life’s been kinda cruel to me lately but it’s ok…” he wrote. Speaking about facing hardships, he added, “I’ve taken the punches before I’ll take em again & still rise… Because u taught me how to fight by standing up facing life head on while being graceful & dignified thru it all…” Arjun concluded the note on a hopeful and emotional note, saying, “We will ride it out together U & I ❤️ I’ll see u again soon & we will celebrate ur bday together someday… Your loving son Arjun ��”.

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Kapoor family pays tribute

The post drew an outpouring of love from fans and members of the Kapoor family alike. Actors Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, and Sanjay Kapoor were among those who flooded the comment section with messages, paying their own tributes to Mona Shourie Kapoor and standing by Arjun in remembrance.

Mona Shourie Kapoor passed away on March 25, 2012, following multiple organ failure after a prolonged battle with cancer and hypertension. Over the years, Arjun Kapoor has consistently used social media to honour her memory, marking both her birth and death anniversaries with deeply personal reflections.

Earlier, on the 13th anniversary of her passing, Arjun shared a series of photographs and opened up about the enduring pain of her absence. “13 years today, Maa. Some days, the weight of it all feels too heavy,” he wrote. Reflecting on life with his sister, he added, “Ansh and I try, we really do, to make the most of the world you built for us… There are still so many conversations left unfinished.”

Arjun Kapoor’s work front

On the professional front, Arjun Kapoor was last seen in ‘Mere Husband Ki Biwi’, where he starred alongside Bhumi Pednekar and Rakul Preet Singh. The actor is now gearing up for his next project, ‘No Entry 2’, which is expected to see him return to a lighter, more commercial space.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”