Last year, Malaika had shared heartwarming glimpses of her family celebrating the traditional festival of Onam together. The pictures showcased the close bond between Malaika, her sister Amrita Arora, their mother Joyce Polycarp, and Anil Mehta.
In her caption, Malaika had written, “Happy onam 🙏 wishing everyone a very happy n prosperous onam ….. momsy you r the worlds best cook and feeding friends n family makes you the happiest @joycearora #onam #sadya #onashamsakal🌻🌸🌺🌼”
The images showed the entire family, including Malaika’s late father Anil Mehta, her mother Joyce, sisters Malaika and Amrita, Amrita’s husband Shakeel Ladak, and their children, enjoying a traditional Onam feast together.
Malaika and Amrita share a mixed heritage, as their mother Joyce hails from Kerala. The Onam celebrations last year highlighted the family’s cultural connection and the love they shared.
Anil Mehta had been a gentle presence in the family’s life. After his demise, Malaika took to Instagram and requested the media and well-wishers to respect the family’s privacy during the difficult time. She wrote, “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time. We appreciate your understanding, support, and respect.”
As the family grapples with this tragic loss, the memories of their joyous Onam celebration serve as a bittersweet reminder of the love and connection they shared with Anil Mehta.
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