In a heartwarming display of Bollywood sisterhood, Celina Jaitly has shared a touching anecdote about Preity Zinta coming to her rescue during a challenging moment abroad. As Preity celebrates her birthday, Celina took to social media to reminisce about an unforgettable incident from 2006 that highlights Preity’s unyielding courage and loyalty.
The story unfolds during the ‘Heat’ world tour, where stars like Preity Zinta, Celina Jaitly, Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, and Sushmita Sen were performing across international venues. In the United States, Celina faced unfair treatment from local organizers, a situation that Preity witnessed firsthand. Without hesitation, Preity raised her voice in Celina’s defense, embodying the spirit of a true army daughter.
Celina, who is currently navigating personal struggles including a divorce and separation from her children, posted on X: ‘Preity Zinta, great by name, brigade commander by nature. Happy Birthday to my darling Preity, a fauji’s daughter! A woman of steely resolve, determination, and courage!’ She detailed how Preity’s intervention was genuine and powerful, no drama, just the raw strength of someone raised in a military family.
‘All my co-performers on that tour were fantastic, but in America, I encountered issues with local organizers that Preity saw with her own eyes. I’ll never forget how she stood up for me – it was the voice of an army daughter,’ Celina wrote. As a mother of twins, she praised Preity as an exemplar of empowered women who keep the world turning with their ‘good enough’ attitude backed by fearless bravery.
Though Preity and Celina have never shared screen space in films, their bond is unbreakable, forged by shared army backgrounds. This birthday tribute not only celebrates Preity’s special day but also serves as a reminder of the deep friendships that thrive beyond the glitz of showbiz. Preity’s act of solidarity continues to inspire, proving that true strength shines brightest in moments of adversity.
