Kareena's birthday wish for Karisma after Sunjay Kapur's demise: "to the strongest, tough times don't last"

In an emotional birthday tribute, Kareena Kapoor Khan took to Instagram to pen a deeply personal note for her sister Karisma Kapoor, who turned 51 on Wednesday. While birthdays are usually filled with joy and celebration, this one came wrapped in reflection, strength, and sisterhood given the difficult few months the Kapoor family has faced.

Kareena shared a throwback photo that speaks volumes, an old, cherished moment between Karisma and Saif Ali Khan. In the caption, Kareena called it her “most favourite picture” and poured her heart out in a message that touched on the emotional weight of the year gone by.

She wrote, “To the strongest and the bestest girl in the universe… It’s been a tough year for us,” adding, “But you know what … as they say tough times don’t last … the toughest sisters do.” Kareena went on to call Karisma her sister, mother, and best friend, all rolled into one, signing off with a warm “Happy birthday, my Lolo.”

The heartfelt post came just days after the tragic passing of Karisma’s ex-husband, businessman Sunjay Kapur, who reportedly suffered a heart attack while playing polo in London on June 12. Kareena and Saif were by Karisma’s side, even travelling with her to Delhi for the final rites and prayer meeting.

Earlier this year, the family endured another major shock when Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times by an intruder at their Bandra home in the early hours of January 16. The actor had to undergo a critical five-hour surgery at Lilavati Hospital, where a piece of the weapon was surgically removed.

Through it all, the bond between Kareena and Karisma has stood as a symbol of resilience. From childhood stardom to personal trials, the Kapoor sisters have always shown what it means to be each other’s rock. This birthday, more than ever, was about strength, healing, and the unbreakable power of family.