Mahesh Babu pens heartfelt wish for son Gautam on his 19th birthday with throwback pic

Mahesh Babu’s birthday post for his son Gautam was more than just a message — it was a quiet, heartfelt moment that resonated with many parents. On Wednesday, as Gautam turned 19, Mahesh wasn’t by his side — for the first time ever — and it clearly tugged at his heart.

To mark the day, Mahesh shared a tender throwback photo on Instagram, a candid moment from years ago: little Gautam standing tall on a footpath pillar, as his dad held him steady with a protective hand. It wasn’t just a cute picture — it was a snapshot of a father’s pride and love.

Mahesh captioned the post as, “Happy 19 my son!! Each year you amaze me a little more…Missing your birthday this year, the only one I have ever missed… my love is with you every step of the way….Always your biggest cheerleader in whatever you do… keep shining and keep growing…”

Gautam, now based in New York, is pursuing a drama course at NYU. While Mahesh couldn’t be there physically, it’s clear his heart was right there with his son — cheering him on from afar. For those who remember, Gautam has already had a taste of the big screen — he played the younger version of Mahesh’s character in 1: Nenokkadine back in 2014. Now, he’s taking the craft seriously, training in one of the world’s top drama schools.

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