‘Thank you for standing by me’: Sanjay Dutt’s emotional message for Maanayata on 18th anniversary

Sanjay Dutt and his wife Maanayata are known for their strong and loving relationship. On Wednesday, the actor shared an emotional post on Instagram to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary. Along with a sweet message, the ‘Munna Bhai MBBS’ star posted a few rare and candid photos that showed some lovely family moments from their life together.

Sanjay Dutt expresses gratitude for Maanayata’s constant support

While sharing the post, Sanjay expressed deep gratitude towards Maanayata for being his biggest source of strength and support through life’s ups and downs. He reflected on how she has stood by him during every tough phase and credited her for keeping their family together. “Thank you, Mama, for always being there, for picking me up whenever I fell, and for standing by me through thick and thin. You are the heartbeat of this family,” the actor wrote.

Sanjay Dutt and Maanayata’s strong bond through the years

The duo, who got married in a private ceremony back in 2008, have grown to become one of the most admired couples in the film industry.

Maanayata’s special tribute for Sanjay Dutt

Maanayata too marked the special day with a nostalgic post. She shared a reel capturing their beautiful journey together and fondly recalled a memorable moment when the two rode a scooter through the streets of Budapest.

Sanjay Dutt’s upcoming projects

On the professional front, Sanjay Dutt was last seen in ‘The Raja Saab’ as well as ‘Dhurandhar’. The film features an ensemble cast including Prabhas, Boman Irani, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar in important roles. Up next, Sanjay will appear in ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, which is set to hit theatres on March 19, 2026.

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