Ankita Lokhande's Emotional AI-Tribute Honors Late Father's Memory

On November 3rd, 2025, Ankita Lokhande, the star of the popular TV show 'Pavitra Rishta', paid a heartfelt tribute to her late father on his birthday. She shared an emotional AI-generated video of him on Instagram, accompanied by a touching note that deeply moved her fans and fellow celebrities.

In her caption, Ankita wrote about her father's enduring presence, even in his absence, saying, "He may not be here with us, but he lives in our hearts, in our memories, and in everything we do." She also reflected on how the power of technology allowed her to see her father's smile again, even if it was through an edited video, describing it as a moment that "touches the soul."

Ankita's husband, Vicky Jain, reposted the video on his Instagram Stories, adding his own birthday wishes for Ankita's father, saying, "Happy Birthday Papa, His Blessings Are Always With Us." The post received warm reactions from Ankita's friends and colleagues, including Bharti Singh, Digvijay Rathee, Arti Singh, and Srishty Rode, who flooded the comments section with heart emojis.

Earlier this year, Ankita had also remembered her father on his death anniversary with a heartfelt post, reflecting on the enduring nature of grief and the space it creates for both love and loss.