The family of Sarabjit Singh, the Indian national who died in a Pakistani jail in 2013, has a reason to celebrate. According to news reports, Sarabjit Singh's daughter, Swapandeep Kaur, has welcomed a baby girl. Actor Randeep Hooda, who portrayed Sarabjit Singh in the 2016 biographical drama "Sarabjit," has expressed his happiness at the news.
Randeep Hooda's connection with Sarabjit Singh's family goes back to the making of the film "Sarabjit". In preparation for his role, Hooda spent time with the family, forging a close bond with Sarabjit's sister, Dalbir Kaur. Their relationship transcended the professional realm, with Dalbir considering Hooda as her own brother.
The film "Sarabjit" tells the story of Sarabjit Singh, an Indian farmer who was arrested in Pakistan in 1990 and accused of being a spy and terrorist responsible for bomb blasts in Lahore and Faisalabad. Sarabjit maintained his innocence, claiming he had mistakenly crossed the border while intoxicated. Despite numerous appeals and diplomatic efforts, Sarabjit remained imprisoned in Pakistan and died following an attack by fellow inmates in Kot Lakhpat Jail in 2013.
Dalbir Kaur tirelessly campaigned for her brother's release, becoming a symbol of determination and resilience. Her unwavering efforts to seek justice for her brother touched many, including Randeep Hooda and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who played Dalbir Kaur in the film.
Following Dalbir Kaur's death in 2022, Randeep Hooda maintained his connection with Sarabjit's family. In a touching gesture of familial bond, Sarabjit’s daughter, Swapandeep Kaur, sent Randeep a Rakhi on behalf of her Bua (aunt) Dalbir Kaur on Raksha Bandhan in 2024.
The arrival of Swapandeep Kaur's baby girl brings joy amidst the past hardships faced by the family. Randeep Hooda's expression of happiness reflects the enduring bond he shares with Sarabjit Singh's family, a connection that began during the making of "Sarabjit" and has continued to strengthen over the years. The birth of the baby girl marks a new chapter for the family, filled with hope and the promise of a brighter future.
