Esha Deol pens sweet birthday wish for ex-husband Bharat Takhtani: ‘Dada to my babies, stay happy’

Esha Deol shared a picture and penned a sweet note on social media to wish ex-husband Bharat Takhtani on his birthday.

Published on: Oct 12, 2025, 19:22:10 IST

By Riya Sharma

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In a heartwarming gesture that has caught the attention of fans, Bollywood actor Esha Deol extended a sweet birthday wish to her ex-husband Bharat Takhtani. The former couple, who parted ways in 2024 after more than a decade of marriage, have continued to share an amicable bond, often seen prioritising their children and family ties over personal differences.

Esha Deol shares a birthday post for ex-husband Bharat Takhtani.

Esha Deol’s birthday wish for Bharat Takhtani

On Sunday, Esha took to Instagram to share a photo of Bharat posing for the camera in style. Alongside the picture, she penned a heartfelt caption expressing her good wishes for him on his special day. She wrote, “Happy birthday Dada to my babies. Stay happy, healthy and blessed ❤️🧿.”

Esha Deol wishes ex-husband Bharat Takhtani on his birthday.

Just a week ago, Esha and Bharat were also seen reuniting for a ‘family dinner’, where Bharat posted a selfie featuring Esha and her sister at a restaurant, a moment that reflected their continued cordial relationship.

About Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani

Esha, daughter of veteran stars Hema Malini and Dharmendra, tied the knot with Mumbai-based businessman Bharat in 2012. The couple welcomed their first daughter, Radhya, in 2017, followed by their second daughter, Miraya, in 2019. After 11 years of marriage, they decided to separate, announcing the news through a joint statement in February 2024. The statement read, “We have mutually and amicably decided to part ways. Through this shift in our lives, the best interests and welfare of our two children are and will continue to be of utmost importance to us. We’d appreciate our privacy being respected.”

Bharat Takhtani’s new relationship

In August 2025, Bharat confirmed his new relationship with entrepreneur Meghna Lakhani. Both shared pictures from their time together in Spain, making their relationship Instagram official. Bharat captioned one of the posts, “Welcome to the family,” and added the hashtag #itsofficial. Despite moving on in their personal lives, Esha and Bharat’s continue to co-parent their daughters.

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Riya Sharma
Riya Sharma is a content producer at Hindustan Times who lives and breathes entertainment. If there’s gossip making noise in Bollywood or a reality show moment breaking the internet, chances are she’s already writing about it. She loves digging out the juiciest stories, spotting viral pegs and turning it into easy-to-read content. A journalism graduate from IP University, Riya began her career as a social media executive, where she learned the art of grabbing attention in a scroll-heavy world. But her love for showbiz soon pulled her into entertainment journalism, because for her, it’s always been entertainment, entertainment and more entertainment. An artist at heart, Riya has a deep passion for acting, music and dance, which shapes how she watches and writes about films and reality shows. She loves sharing her views and reviews, especially when something excites, surprises or completely disappoints her. A hardcore reality show fan, Riya enjoys tracking every twist, task and meltdown, and breaking them down for readers who can’t get enough of high-voltage drama. Movies are equally close to her heart, whether it’s a big theatrical release or a binge-worthy OTT series, she’s always watching, and analysing what’s worth the time. She loves talking to celebrities, asking questions that go beyond the usual. When she’s not working, she’s either glued to a new web series, hunting for underrated thrillers on OTT platforms, or rewatching iconic Bollywood moments.Read More

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