The family of veteran filmmaker and actor Bhagyaraj is still feeling the pain of his loss just days after his death. Fans and members of the film fraternity have been paying heartfelt tributes to the screenwriter and director as his loved ones are yet to come to terms with his absence. One of the recent emotional moments is the Instagram post of popular TV host and actress Keerthi Shanthanu, popularly called Kiki, which has touched the hearts of thousands of followers.
Keerthi ‘yes’The Miss You app The post leaves fans excited
Keerthi posted two very personal photos on Instagram, both about the sweetness of memory and the pain of loss. A happy family moment was captured in a photo with Bhagyaraj, Poornima BhagyarajShanthanu Bhagyaraj and Keerthi smiling together. In the second image, Bhagyaraj’s framed photograph was seen wearing a garland, with incense sticks and flowers placed in front of it as a tribute. Keerthi captioned the pictures, ‘Miss You Appa’ and tagged Bhagyaraj’s official Instagram account. The lovely act melted the hearts of her fans, who commented that she showed a beautiful way of expressing her feelings for her late father-in-law.
Fans love each other and remember Bhagyaraj’s legacy
The lengthy emotional post garnered hundreds of responses. Fans flooded the comments section with comforting words that Bhagyaraj’s memories and contributions to Tamil cinema will remain forever. Many called him an irreplaceable filmmaker whose stories continue to inspire generations. Others also sent their strength to the Keerthi and Bhagyaraj family, appreciating the simple yet strong tribute posted on social media.
A bond that goes beyond family relationships
People close to the family have often spoken about the special bond Bhagyaraj shared with Keerthi. He reportedly treated her more like his own daughter than a daughter-in-law, and that affection was evident during several public appearances over the years. Bhagyaraj also handled Shanthanu and Keerthi’s relationship with warmth and dignity, announcing their wedding himself to avoid unnecessary rumours. His open nature and kindness earned him a lot of respect back then, so Keerthi’s latest Instagram post carries even more weight, reflecting the love and respect she still has for him.