Mumbai, February 9: On "PadMan" turning one on Saturday, actress Sonam K. Ahuja says the movie's director R. Balki is one of the best she has worked with. Sonam took to Instagram and shared a still from the film and captioned it: "One year of our film 'PadMan'. Balki Sir you have been one of the best people I know besides being one of the best directors I have worked with." Padman Movie Review: Critics and Celebs Give Positive Ratings to Akshay Kumar-Radhika Apte Starrer Movie.
The film, which has a message about menstrual hygiene, also stars Akshay Kumar and Radhika Apte. Talking about Akshay, Sonam wrote: "You have been pushing boundaries like no one's business and it is super inspirational." Sonam hopes to be in the same frame as Radhika one day.
The film tells the story of social entrepreneur Arunachalam Muruganantham's journey to make affordable sanitary napkins. Sonam said Muruganantham's story is important. "Last but the most important Arunachalam Muruganantham, your story was an important one to tell and thanks for trusting our team for doing it," she said.
Sonam Kapoor Celebrates 'Padman's' One Year
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Sonam Kapoor's Full Note Reads: "One year of our film #padman. Balki sir you’ve been one of the best people I know besides being one of the best directors I’ve worked with. Also @akshaykumar sir you’ve been pushing boundaries like no ones business and it’s super inspirational. Your inspiration is obviously @twinklerkhanna and I’d like to give her all your credit! @radhikaofficial hopefully we will be in the same frame one day, right now the same movie will suffice to be featured with such a talent! @pcsreeram sir you captured the reality and beauty so wonderfully ! @swanandkirkire sir “pari” is one of my favourite characters and thanks so much for writing her with so much love.. miss being on the sets of #padman and surrounded by all of you! Last but the most important Arunachalam Muruganantham your story was an important one to tell and thanks for trusting our team for doing it."
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