Actress Harleen Kaur Rekhi, known for her powerful performances in Shrimad Ramayan, and her impressive work in theatre as Sita in Hamare Ram opened up about the special bond she shares with her father in a heartfelt reflection for Father's Day.
“I honestly believe there is not only one day to celebrate your father or your mother,” says Harleen. “Every day is Father's Day, every day is Mother's Day. But yes, a day that is specified obviously feels a little special.”
Speaking fondly, she described her father as a man who may not always show his emotions, but loves unconditionally. “He has tears in his eyes but doesn’t show them to you. He has feelings but sometimes is less expressive because of the masculinity we associate with fathers. But he’s also sensitive, chubby, bubbly, and very particular—yet so friendly. We both are number nines, so we gel pretty well.”
Harleen also shared how her father continues to be her pillar of strength, emotionally and spiritually. “He’s a proud father and whatever I'm doing today, he’s happy and proud of it. He always goes to Gurdwaras and mandirs to do Ardas for me—whether it's a play, a shoot, a new project, or even a voiceover. That’s something really sweet of him, especially at his age.”
She credits her values—groundedness, humility, and politeness—to both her father and mother, calling them her guiding force. “He comes from the same school of thought as my mother. I want to carry that legacy too.”
When asked about the fun side of their relationship, Harleen smiles, recalling family trips. “He’s very chirpy, loves to explore, and is quite adventurous. He’s a total foodie and absolutely adores getting his photos clicked. He literally turns into a baby when we travel—and that’s the beauty of it.”
But above all, Harleen says the biggest lesson from her father is how he communicates. “He knows how to balance things, how to keep people happy, how to convince with wisdom and purity. Whatever I’m doing today—especially based on my communication skills—the credit goes to him.”
“Truly, he’s my biggest blessing,” she says with pride and love.
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