Riteish Deshmukh On Sons Riaan And Rahyl Calling Him The ‘Best Father’: You Never Met My Baba

MUMBAI-Genelia Deshmukh remembered her father-in-law and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on his 14th death anniversary, sharing an emotional note that included a touching conversation between her sons, Riaan and Rahyl, and their father, actor Riteish Deshmukh.

Genelia recalled how her sons often tell Riteish, “My Baba is the bestest.” According to Genelia, Riteish has a sweet response to their declaration: “You never met my Baba. He beats your Baba hands down.”

The actress concluded her note by saying, “We wish they met you,” expressing how much she wishes her sons could have known their grandfather, Vilasrao.

Genelia also shared a heartwarming video of Riteish walking alongside Riaan and Rahyl, with the trio folding their hands and offering their respects.

Riteish also remembered his father on his 14th death anniversary. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared a cherished throwback photograph featuring the two of them along with an emotional note.

In the picture, Riteish can be seen sharing a joyful moment with his father as they laugh together.

He wrote in Marathi: “Tumhala jaoon 14 varsh jhaali. Maajhi vanvaas kaahi sampla naahi” (It has been 14 years since you left, but my exile still hasn’t ended).

Vilasrao Deshmukh was diagnosed with cirrhosis in 2011. His health deteriorated in August 2012, and he was admitted to a hospital in Mumbai before being airlifted to Chennai for a liver transplant. He died on August 14, 2012, reportedly due to multiple organ failure.

Vilasrao Deshmukh served as the 14th Chief Minister of Maharashtra for two terms, from 1999 to 2003 and from 2004 to 2008. He later joined the Union Cabinet, where he held the portfolios of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences. (IANS)