Sanjay Dutt Reflects on Life at 66: Family, Stability, and Future Aspirations

As Sanjay Dutt celebrates his 66th birthday, he reflects on his life, emphasizing the importance of family and the stability of his marriage to Manyata. He shares insights into his past, his transition away from a wild lifestyle, and his hopes for his twin children, Iqra and Shehran, as they grow. Dutt expresses pride in his family's legacy in the film industry and his desire for his children to choose their own paths, potentially continuing the Dutt legacy in cinema. This candid conversation reveals a more personal side of the actor as he embraces this new chapter in his life.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 30, 2025, 10:24 IST

Sanjay Dutt Celebrates 66th Birthday with Family Focus

Sanjay Dutt turns 66 on July 29, and he has no plans for a grand celebration. He prefers to avoid discussions about aging, stating, “I don’t feel my age at all. I am still as agile and fit as I used to be twenty years ago. My wild drinking days are behind me. Now, I find joy in spending quality time with my wife and children. They not only complete my world but also define it.”

He refers to his wife, Manyata, as “the best thing to happen” in his life.

“Maanayata is my anchor, my soul mate. My days of instability ended the moment she entered my life,” he shares, becoming emotional.

When asked about the secret to his enduring marriage amidst many breakups in the industry, he replies, “I can’t speak for others, but my marriage thrives because I never take my wife for granted.”

Regarding his twin children, Iqra and Shehran, he expresses, “They are still too young to decide their future. However, they are free to choose their paths. If they wish to pursue acting, I would be thrilled. After all, I come from a family of actors. My parents, Sunil Dutt and Nargis, were legends. If my children follow in our footsteps, it would mark the third generation of the Dutt legacy in cinema, which would be amazing.”