Sushmita Sen's former sister-in-law Charu Asopa wishes 'sexy bua' on her 50th birthday with a sweet message: "Age truly bows down in front of you"

Charu took to Instagram to share a cheerful selfie featuring herself, her daughter Ziana, and Sushmita.

Former Miss Universe and actress Sushmita Sen celebrated her milestone 50th birthday on November 19, and warm wishes poured in from fans, friends, and industry colleagues. Among the heartfelt greetings was a special message from her former sister-in-law, actress Charu Asopa, who shared a touching post for Sushmita on social media.

Charu took to Instagram to share a cheerful selfie featuring herself, her daughter Ziana, and Sushmita. Alongside the picture, she penned a loving message in which she fondly referred to Sushmita as Ziana’s “sexy bua,” expressing deep admiration and affection.

Her note read, “Happy Birthday didi and Ziana ki sexy bua. You look the hottest and the most stunning inside out. Age truly bows down in front of you. Ziana is so lucky to have a bua like you — someone who has seen the world, learned so much, and carries so much wisdom and grace. I’m just happy she has you to look up to. I just want you to know that both Ziana and I love you soooo much. Happy birthday to the most gorgeous person I know.”

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Since becoming the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title in 1994, Sushmita Sen has inspired millions of people as a timeless symbol of intelligence and beauty.

She had a prosperous film career after winning the pageant, and in recent years, she made a strong comeback on OTT platforms, receiving widespread acclaim for her powerful and captivating performances.

Meanwhile, Sushmita’s brother Rajeev Sen and his ex-wife Charu Asopa have been making headlines of late. The two have been spotted spending a lot of time together despite their divorce, which has fans speculating. Rumours of a potential reconciliation were heightened by their recent vacation with daughter Ziana and the viral photos of them celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi and Durga Puja together.

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Charu Asopa eventually broke her silence in response to the increasing rumours by posting a video on her social media platform. Although she, Rajeev, and Ziana are happy and have a friendly relationship, she clarified that people shouldn't misinterpret their interactions. She underlined that there is no longer any animosity between them.

Charu and Rajeev married in 2019, but mounting differences eventually led to their separation, and they officially divorced in 2023. Despite their past struggles, the two now appear focused on co-parenting Ziana with harmony and mutual respect — even as the internet continues to keep a close eye on their evolving equation.