Ankita Lokhande has shared an emotional, AI-generated video on Instagram to commemorate her father, Shashikant Lokhande's, birth anniversary. The actress, known for her role in "Pavitra Rishta," posted the touching tribute on Monday, expressing how much she misses him. Shashikant Lokhande passed away on August 12, 2023, at the age of 68.
In her heartfelt Instagram post, Lokhande shared the AI-generated video that brought her father's smiling face back to life. She wrote, "To my Papa… up above the world so high, bless us with his light and shine. On his birthday today, we pray for his peace and feel his love in every little thing around us. He may not be here with us, but he lives in our hearts, in our memories, and in everything we do".
Lokhande continued, "In this world of AI and moments coming to life through pictures, it still feels unreal but seeing him smile again, even in an edit, touches the soul. We miss him every day, our Papa, my Papa. He will always be our strength, our reason, and our forever blessing". She expressed that he remains a constant inspiration and source of strength for the family and is deeply missed every day.
The AI-generated video offered a comforting, albeit surreal, experience for Lokhande, allowing her to reconnect with her father through technology. The post quickly resonated with fans, who were deeply moved by the tribute.
Fans flooded the comments section with messages of support and empathy. One fan wrote, "I am literally crying seeing this video," while another commented, "This is so heart-touching, Ankita, your father was a great man". Other fans described the video as "nothing short of magical" and a "masterpiece," with many admitting they couldn't stop watching it.
Ankita Lokhande's bond with her father was evident in the heartfelt moments she shared online prior to his passing. She had previously posted about caring for him at home after he was hospitalized, expressing gratitude for the precious time they spent together.
Ankita Lokhande is best known for her role as Archana in "Pavitra Rishta". She has also participated in other television shows and movies.
