'I be cremated in my homeland, India and my ashes...': Celina Jaitly shares final wish as she remembers late son Shamsher on his birthday, amid divorce battle.

Celina Jaitly remembered her late son Shamsher on his birthday on Thursday with an emotional social media post. The actor shared a video she had recorded during her visit to Austria earlier this year, explaining that she did not know when she would be able to return. The video has now become a way for her to hold on to a memory while she remains separated from parts of her family.

Celina Jaitly remembers late son Shamsher

In her post, Celina spoke about a deeply personal wish connected to her son. She said that when her life eventually comes to its natural end, she wants, "I be cremated in my homeland, India, & my ashes be laid to rest with my son, Shamsher, in Austria. A mother's wish to be close to the child she could not hold for long enough"



Celina's post came on the birthday of Shamsher and his twin brother Arthu. Shamsher died shortly after his birth in 2017. Remembering him years later, the actor wrote about the bond she continues to feel with her son despite having had very little time with him.

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Celina also explained why she had recorded the video during her Austria visit in April. She said she was unsure when she would next be able to return and wanted to create something she could keep with her until that happened.

The actor also spoke about not being able to meet her other sons during that visit. While acknowledging the pain of the situation, she said she continues to find strength and move forward for her children.

She further added, "I have seen the longing for you in Arthu’s eyes & heard it in his words. I believe you watch over him. And somehow, through everything, I feel you watching over me too. Amid the uncertainty of our family’s ongoing proceedings, I do not know when I will be able to return to sit beside you. Even this small wish feels painfully out of reach."

Celina's message also carried a reassurance for her children. She said her love for them does not depend on anything they do and that she remains their mother regardless of the circumstances surrounding the family.

Family proceedings have kept Celina away

Celina referred to the uncertainty surrounding her family's ongoing legal proceedings and said she does not know when she will be able to return to Austria and sit beside her son's resting place.

For the unversed, The actor is married to Austrian entrepreneur and hotelier Peter Haag. The couple welcomed twin boys in March 2012. Five years later, they became parents to another set of twin boys. However, Shamsher died shortly after birth because of a heart defect.

Celina has also been involved in legal proceedings concerning her marriage. In November 2025, she filed a case under the Domestic Violence Act against Peter Haag in a Mumbai court. She alleged emotional, physical, sexual and verbal abuse and reportedly sought Rs 50 crore in damages, along with monthly maintenance of Rs 10 lakh and custody of their children. These are allegations made by Celina, and the matter is part of ongoing legal proceedings.

Her family has also faced another legal issue involving her brother, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Jaitly. He was detained in the UAE in September 2024 in connection with an alleged national security matter. Celina subsequently approached the Delhi High Court seeking assistance for him. In November 2025, the court directed the Ministry of External Affairs to extend legal assistance to her brother.

Amid these personal and legal challenges, Celina has continued to speak about her children and her experience as a mother.

Celina Jaitly returns to Hindi cinema

While her recent social media posts have focused largely on her family and personal life, Celina is also preparing for her return to Hindi cinema.

After a six-year break, the actor is set to appear in Sister Nivedita, directed by Ram Kamal Mukherjee. The film is based on the life of Margaret Noble, who became one of the devoted disciples of Swami Vivekananda.