National Parent's Day: From Rupali Ganguly to Arjun Bijlani, celebrating pet parents from the TV industry

National Parents' Day is a heartfelt tribute to the love, dedication and countless sacrifices that parents make in raising and nurturing their children. As we express our gratitude to our human parents on this special occasion, let's not forget those golden-hearted individuals who take care of our furry friends! Several stars from the Indian telvision industry not only grace our screens but also open their hearts to a special form of parenthood – that of being devoted pet parents. Take a look at these loving pet parents from the Indian TV Industry (and their adorable furry companions) on National Parent's Day - (Pics/Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

Updated On: 2023-07-23 01:44 PM IST

Compiled by : Harshita Kale

Rupali Ganguly (L) and Arjun Bijlani (R)

Rupali Ganguly

Rupali shares her life with a beloved pet—an adorable black dog named Kishmish. This furry companion adds immense joy and warmth to her life

The talented actor from 'Anupamaa' stands firmly as an advocate for animal rights, consistently using her social media platforms to raise awareness surrounding this issue. In this photo, Rupali Ganguly can be seen taking care of a pregnant dog on the sets of 'Anupamaa' - it is evident that protective instincts extend beyond her pets at home and also toward animals in need of help in the wild

Arjun Bijlani

Arjun Bijlani's affection for dogs knows no bounds, and his beloved golden retriever, Boozy, holds a special place as his most cherished companion

Their bond is pure and unbreakable, and Arjun openly expresses his love for Boozy across various social media platforms

Jennifer Winget

Jennifer Winget adored her Labrador companion, affectionately named Breezer. Her social media is adorned with a delightful collection of pictures showcasing her furry friend snuggled up beside her, playing joyfully, partaking in Christmas and birthday celebrations, and occasionally even joining her on set

When Breezer passed away earlier this year, Jennifer penned an emotional note celebrating their bond. Sharing some beautiful photos of him, she wrote, "Breezer, we loved you for your entire life, now we will love and miss you for all of our's. Thank you for being my bestest friend, my partner, my confidant, my heart... my home. Thank You!”

Rithvik Dhanjani

Rithvik Dhanjani, is an ardent animal lover and a proud pet parent of two dogs. His special affection is reserved for his pets Eve and Murphey, who have been a cherished part of his family for quite some time now

Both Murphey and Eve hold a significant place in his heart, and he adores them immensely. Rithvik's pets are an integral and cherished part of his life, and he finds immense joy in their company

Sharad Malhotra

Sharad Malhotra took immense pride in being a devoted pet parent to his beloved furry friend, Musky. With affection and care, Sharad showered Musky with love, ensuring the adorable pet feels cherished and protected. On social media, he has often heartwarming glimpses of their bond in the past, reflecting the joy and happiness they bring to each other's lives

When Musky passed away in 2020, Sharad Malhotra shared how this loss had left a huge void in his and his wife Ripci's hearts, with whom he had shared ten years of his life. They then adopted a new furball, Leo - and the couple strongly believes that Musky has returned in the form of Leo to be with them in heart and spirit

Sourabh Raaj Jain 

Sourabh's love for pets, especially dogs, has been a constant since childhood. Growing up with a furry companion and now having a special bond with his current pet, Wafer, whom he sees as his first baby, has taught him the power of unconditional love. Come on, how adorable is that Beagle smile?

Through his experiences with different pets, Sourabh has learned the vital lesson of compassion towards all living beings, leaving a lasting impact on his perspective on empathy and care for others. It seems like the pair have a lot of fun together as seen in this picture!

Sudhanshu Pandey 

'Anupamaa' actor Sudhanshu Pandey shares his family's deep affection for pets, and they are all passionate about lovingly indulging their furry companions. Sudhanshu joyfully reveals that they even pamper their pets by purchasing expensive pairs of shoes for them. With cuties like those, who wouldn't pamper them?

Sudhanshu's household is blessed with two energetic dogs, Jack and Pepper, who seem to possess three or four times the energy of the family members. Playing with Jack and Pepper all day long is an absolute delight and brings immense fun and happiness to their lives

Erica Fernandes 

Erica cherishes the presence of her adorable dog, Champ, who has become her ultimate stress buster and closest companion. Aren't our furry friends always our closest confidantes?

According to Erica, Champ has been a shining ray of hope, brightening every single day and bringing immense joy and comfort to her heart since the first day he entered her life. Their bond is a source of pure happiness and a constant reminder of the precious moments they share together. And there's nothing quite like celebrating Christmas with your loved ones!

Karan Patel

Karan Patel, along with his wife, actress Ankita Bhargava Patel, share their lives with a delightful brown Labrador named Naughty Patel

Karan has dedicated a social media account to Naughty, where he lovingly shares numerous pictures of the Patel family enjoying joyous moments together. The photos capture the sheer happiness and fun they experience in each other's company, creating cherished memories for all

Akash Choudhary 

'Bhagya Lakshmi' actor Akash Choudhary is a true animal lover and an advocate for animal rights. His adorable doggo, Hazel, holds a special place in his heart and even has her own Instagram account, ‘Paws of Hazel’

Akash credits Hazel for helping him through tough times and being his reason to live. Their bond is so strong that even during an accident, Akash's priority was Hazel's safety. Their extraordinary connection showcases the power of unconditional love between a pet parent and their furry companion. The two love each other so much that they even celebrated Valentine's Day together!

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