Meezaan reveals why his grandfather chose Jagdeep as his stage name; urges everyone to spend more time with their grandparents

Veteran actor Jagdeep bid adieu to the world on July 8, 2020. The veteran actor, Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri, better known by his stage name Jagdeep died due to age-related issues. Starting his career as a child artiste, Jagdeep gave 70 years of his life to the film industry and there was never a dull moment when he appeared on-screen.

Jagdeep’s actor-grandson, Meezaan has penned yet another heartbreaking post remembering him and his legacy. Meezaan also revealed why his grandfather had chosen Jagdeep as his stage name.

Sharing his adorable childhood pic with his grandfather, Meezaan thanked everyone for their love and prayers. “Thank you for all the love and appreciation everyone has given to Dada. He gave 70 years of his life to the film industry. He was living and breathing films as all he knew since the age of 10 was films. His father had passed away when he was really young, so his father figures were K.Asif, Mehboob Khan, Bimal Roy, Guru Dutt and a few other directors of that time. He’s worked with almost every actor of his generation and gave everyone a run for their money. He was a stress buster for people watching him on screen and brought a smile to everyone’s face. With having done 400 films his legacy lives on forever,” the ‘Malaal’ actor wrote.

Revealing why his legendary grandfather had chosen Jagdeep as his name, the young actor wrote, “I asked him one day why the name JAGDEEP and he said with a smile (which was perpetually on his face) he wanted to bring light into everyone’s life (jag- world, deep- light). He never interfered in anyone’s life and always had a happy-go-lucky attitude and lunches at his house were like a storytelling session where people of all age groups sat down and listened like children. Thank you dada for passing on that knowledge and those stories on to my family and I. Today I’m upset because there are so many things I wanted to ask you and so many I wanted to say but I guess its meant for another time. I could go on and on about your accomplishments but I guess its time to let go. You’re not here physically but you will always be in our hearts?”

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Emphasising why everyone should spend more time with their grandparents, Meezaan wrote, “For those who have grandparents living with them or not living with them, PLEASE spend more time. I spoke to my Dada 2 days before his demise and my father passed him the phone while on facetime. All he said to me was “Aur beta Kaise ho, you’re looking very handsome”. That’s the last thing my grandfather said to me and I don’t think ill ever forget that image. Make an effort to pick up the phone and speak to them for 2minutes it’ll make their day because I promise you when the time comes for them to depart from this world, you will regret it no matter how much time you guys have spent together. However old, grumpy and irritating they have gotten, cherish every moment with them and make the most of it❤️(sic)”

Those are very beautiful words penned by Meezaan to express his emotions. We are glad that he shared those feelings. As for Jagdeep Saab, he will continue to live in our hearts forever.

Also Read: Jagdeep’s Funeral: Veteran actor laid to rest by sons Jaaved-Naved and grandson Meezaan

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