New Delhi : Farah Khan and Sajid Khan's mother Menaka Irani passed away on 26 July at the age of 79. After the death of her husband Kamran Khan, Menaka raised her children alone. Director-choreographer Farah Khan had years ago credited her mother for her success and pointed out the strength and dedication of her mother Menaka in playing a special role in her life.

Farah Khan has openly expressed her deep love and gratitude towards her mother Menaka Irani. In an interview in 2005, she said, "I know I don't say I love you often. If you weren't in my life, if you weren't the kind of person you are, Sajid and I would be different people. I know the hardships you had to go through to make sure we got the necessary education. That mattered to us."

Farah Khan got great success with 'Main Hoon Na'
Farah Khan thanked her mother for the values ​​she gave her and praised her honesty, hearing which her mother's eyes filled with tears. The filmmaker said, 'The values ​​you have given us. I know that you are the most honest person I have ever met. The sense of humor in you and the joy with which you live your life has shaped me. If I can become even half of you, I will be very proud.' Farah Khan gave this interview after the success of the film 'Main Hoon Na'. Earlier, people knew her as a choreographer. The huge success of 'Main Hoon Na' took Farah Khan's career to new heights.

Menaka Irani celebrated her 79th birthday on July 12
Farah's mother Menaka Irani celebrated her 79th birthday on July 12. On this special occasion, Farah Khan wrote an emotional message, 'Last month I realized how much I love my mother Menaka. She is the strongest, bravest person I have ever seen. Even after several surgeries, her sense of humor is intact. Happy birthday Maa! Today is a good day to return home. I love you.' Farah's brother Sajid Khan also shared his love and best wishes with a simple but emotional post, writing, 'Happy Birthday Mummy.'