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Lara Dutta Honors Late Father’s Valor in Heartfelt Instagram Tribute

Her post underscores how his wartime courage forged the values she carries forward

Lara Dutta posted a heartwarming note remembering her late father L K Dutta on Wednesday,
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Overview

  • Wing Commander L.K. Dutta died on May 31 in Mumbai at age 84 after a months-long illness.
  • On June 4, Lara Dutta shared a heartfelt Instagram post recounting childhood stargazing, waltzing lessons and scooter rides with her father.
  • She praised his stoic courage battling illness and highlighted the bravery, resilience and humor he instilled through his decorated Air Force service and tenure as Indira Gandhi’s personal pilot.
  • Bollywood colleagues including Dia Mirza, Celina Jaitley, Soha Ali Khan and Lisa Ray offered condolences and shared their own memories on her post.
  • A memorial service was held in Bengaluru on June 3 to honor the veteran’s legacy.