Ekta Kapoor turned 43 today and her friends from the industry had some lovely things to say about her.
Karishma Tanna, who started her acting career with Ekta Kapoor's Kyunki... Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi..., says, 'Happy birthday mommy Ekta! When it comes to u,,there is so much to express,so much to type..but I don’t know how to express.. so let me sum it up by just sayin I Love you! @ektaravikapoor'.
Anita Hassanandani has worked with Ekta on five series, including the recently concluded Naagin 3. 'Mommy Ektu here’s wishing you all the happiness in the world on your birth day...
'This year is extra special as you turn extra responsible extra settled extra happy extra focused extra hardworking (as always) and extra SEXY(wonder how) Ravie is really lucky to have you as his mother and I am very lucky to have you as my friend.
'Once again happy birthday precious Love you to the moon n back! Swipe Swipe Swipe', she writes.
Urvashi Dholakia, who did shows like Kahiin to Hoga, Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii and Chandrakanta with Ekta, says, 'Happy Happy Birthday to youuuuuuu Ekta @ektaravikapoor .. u are my diva always have and always will be #birthdaygirl #birthdaywishes #bestwishesforyou #alwaysandforever #love'.
Union minister Smriti Irani began her career as an actor with Ekta's Kyunki... Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi... The two are close friends and she writes, ' You brighten our lives with your smile, you strengthen our resolve with your support no matter what battles lie ahead, your belief that time will heal all wounds and do justice helped me sail through many turbulent phases, your conversations with God ... there are many ways for us in the Irani family to describe you but words won’t be enough Happy Birthday @ektaravikapoor rockstar Maasi , anchor , friend'.
Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai, Kya Dill Mein Hai and Brahmarakshas star Krystle D'souza has this to say.
'Happy birthday Ekie
I love you more than words can say my bestfriend, my sister, my everything here’s to a year filled with lots of love, happiness, midnight walks, never ending fun talks and lotsaaaa momma duties mwaaaaah'.
Her brother, Tusshar Kapoor, wished her too, 'Happy birthday Sis! May the good forces of nature align in your favor, now and forever! #sister #familyperson #producer #love #luck #peace'.
Yeh Hain Mohabattein, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii and Kasamh Se star, Karan Patel writes, 'HAPPY BIRTHDAY .... to the Hottest Producer in B-Town .... to the the most Amazing Friend ... and above all, to the lil girl inside with a heart of gold. Love You Ekta . Jus be the way you are because nothing comes even remotely close to the Original. @ektaravikapoor ... tum ho Mohobbatein.'
Chandrakanta star Pooja Banerjee says, 'Happiest birtdhay Boss Lady @ektaravikapoor'.
Vishal Singh of Kasamh Se wishes her, 'Happy Birthday Ekie @ektaravikapoor You are and you will be the most special person in my life. Wish you all the happiness of this world. I love you'.
Mouni Roy has worked with Ekta in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Naagin. Though she has moved to films, the two remain good friends. 'The world to her was a secret, which She desired to discover; to her it was a vacancy, which she sought to people with imaginations of her own”
'Such is you ; with a heart of gold. Happy happiest birthday @ektaravikapoor ma’am ; mentor , guide and my reason to come to bombay. I wish you health & happiness & heart fullll of love. Here’s to the coming years of making shows, movies, poojas, motherhood, leadership, foresight & being the woman that you are. Love you', Mouni wants Ekta to know.
P.S made an album because, come spring summer fall winter ; you face the music no matter what !'
Kanchi Kaul wished Ekta, '#happybirthday @ektaravikapoor your first mommy birthday .... and ofcourse uve mastered this too .... a true GEMini .... and an absolute darling .... may you be blessed with all things best today and always ....'
Bhumi Pednekar wishes Ekta, 'Happy birthday @ektaravikapoor .You're a power house inspiration.May you shine brighter and stronger with every passing year'.
Mushtaq Shiekh wishes his buddy, 'Happy Bday Ektu. Love you meri jaan. You have stayed a "constant" in my life who I love, admire and cherish. Like I always say thank you for being the rock of Gibraltar in my life. Stay smiling. Stay blessed. Duas to last a lifetime.'
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