Overwhelmed by all the love showered on him on his 42nd birthday on Sunday, actor Hrithik Roshan said he cherishes all the affection. He also came up with a way to return some of the joy through a "birthday happy selfie".
The actor took the digital route to express his happiness after being inundated with wishes from his friends, colleagues and followers.
"Thank you all for making my day so special! My first birthday happy selfie is for all of you who have warmed my heart."
"I cherish all the affection come my way, I honour it by spreading more joy. Laugh more for all this shall pass into oblivion. Thank you and love you all," Hrithik tweeted.
Hrithik's first tryst with the Bollywood world was as a child artiste in "Bhagwaan Dada", the actor then stormed into showbiz in 2000 with his lover-boy look and flexible dance moves in "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai".
The son of actor-filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has showcased his versatility by taking up different roles from an emperor, physically challenged man, superhero to an action hero.
After making a successful debut, Hrithik's career hit a low phase with a string of flops like "Fiza", "Mission Kashmir", "Yaadein..." and "Aap Mujhe Achche Lagne Lage".
The actor bounced back in 2003 with "Koi... Mil Gaya", and since then there was no looking back. He went on to do "Dhoom 2", "Jodhaa Akbar", "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara", "Agneepath" and "Bang Bang!".
Thank u all for making my day so special! My first birthday happy selfie is for all of you who have warmed my heart pic.twitter.com/6j7W25w2BQ
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) January 10, 2016
The actor will be stepping into the past with Ashutosh Gowariker's movie "Mohenjo Daro", which will narrate a love story set in the age on the silver screen. He is busy shooting the film.
TINSEL TOWN WISHES 'GREATER GLORY' FOR HRITHIK ON BIRTHDAY
As Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan turned 42 on Sunday, members of the film fraternity including Anil Kapoor, Akshay Kumar and Subhash Ghai took to Twitter to wish the "super-human" many more hits, health and happiness.
After giving a glimpse of his talent as a child artiste in films like "Bhagwaan Dada", Hrithik won many hearts later with his romantic role in "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai", which released on January 14, 2000.
Since then the actor, who is credited for films like "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" and "Krrish", has been entertaining his loyal fans, sometimes by playing a superhero and sometimes as an army officer.
The son of actor and filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, who once battled with stammering, has carved a special place for himself in the cinema space. His personal life was also hit with turbulence when he split from wife Sussanne Khan in 2014.
Undeterred by setbacks in his personal life, the actor delivered a blockbuster hit "Bang Bang!" the same year.
Anil also notes that Hrithik has redefined the 'Indian hero' image with his impressive body of work. He is currently prepping for another love story, "Mohenjo Daro".
Here's what the stars tweeted on the birthday of the actor with Greek god looks and swift dance moves:
Anil Kapoor: From assisting us in 'Khel' and 'Kala Baazar' to redefining the 'Indian hero', your journey has been impressive @iHrithik! Happy B'day!
Subhash Ghai: Happy birthday to dear Hritik Roshan @iamhritik and thank you for love and super party.
Kabir Bedi: Happy Birthday, @iHrithik! Working with you in @FilmMohenjodaro has been a real treat. Wishing you ever greater glory
Akshay Kumar: Happy birthday @iHrithik! Wishing you a kick*** year at the movies this year superhero
Preity Zinta: Happy Birthday to one of my first friends in Mumbai @ihrithik After all these years I still love you the mostest. What a way to start the New Year
Abhishek Bachchan: To my friend. To my brother. To my BRAZ! Happy Birthday @iHrithik thank you for being you. Big love Bro Braz.
Farhan Akhtar: Happy birthday my friend @iHrithik...I wish all the children feed you poori (unleavened deep-fried Indian bread) with their own hands. Love you man.
Riteish Deshmukh: Happy Birthday my friend @iHrithik - thank you for the love, warmth and positivity. Stay blessed - big hug
Anupam Kher: Happy Birthday to one of the bestest @iHrithik. We may not meet very often but I always pray for your peace, happiness and success.
Madhur Bhandarkar: @iHrithik May god bless you with love, care, success. Enjoy every moment, every day of your life. Happy birthday.
Vivek Oberoi: Happy Birthday to my brother @iHrithik love you man! Krrish on screen, super-brother and super-human in real life!
Dia Mirza: I love this man. And I only wish him happiness. Today and everyday #HappyBirthdayHrithik @iHrithik
Twinkle Khanna: Happy birthday @iHrithik it's nice to have a superhero in the neighborhood - big hug
Sooraj Pancholi: Happy birthday to the man who inspired me the most! Happy birthday @iHrithik sir! have an amazing day!
