Sanjay Dutt's daughter Iqra’s striking resemblance reminds fans of Nargis: ‘She’s the copy of her grandma’

21 August,2025 07:20 PM IST |  Mumbai  |  mid-day online correspondent

A video of Sanjay Dutt and Maanayata’s daughter, Iqra, has gone viral on the internet for the 15-year-old’s striking resemblance to her grandmother and the iconic Indian actress Nargis Dutt. User flooded the comment, noting the resemblance, saying Nargis was back

Sanjay Dutt and Nargis


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While Sanjay Dutt is often known to make news, his 15-year-old daughter, Iqra Dutt, has now become viral on the internet after her recent video surfaced on social media. Users could not help but notice her striking resemblance to her grandmother and legendary actress Nargis Dutt.

Iqra Dutt's viral video

In the now viral clip, Iqra is seen stepping out in the city while casually dressed in a simple t-shirt and shorts. More than her outfit or poise, the internet was smitten by her face, especially her expressive eyes and delicate features, which instantly reminded many users of the Mother India icon.

Iqra was born on 21 October 2010 to Sanjay Dutt and Maanayata. She also has a twin brother named Shahraan Dutt. Although the 15-year-old has mostly stayed away from the spotlight, it seems like her recent papped video has dragged her into the public eye.

Iqra is currently pursuing her schooling and attends an international school in Mumbai. According to some reports, she has a creative inclination and is reportedly interested in the arts, including dance and music.

Nargis Dutt is regarded as one of the greatest actresses in the history of Hindi cinema. She married actor and politician Sunil Dutt and had three children. She died in May 1981 following a battle with cancer at the age of just 51.

Internet reacts

The internet wasted no time and flooded the video with comments. One user noted, "Looks like Nargis ji is back," a sentiment that many shared across social media.

Another user said, "Some kids don't need DNA tests... like Shah Rukh's daughter and this one." Others complimented her, saying, "Extremely mesmerising, beautiful girl". Many users also noted how she had her father's eyes, saying, "Her dad's dangerous eyes", "Eyes like her father," "She looks like Rocky baba…so cute", "Eyes are telling the genetic roll."

Another social media user said, "Eyes like Sanju Baba and the face of legendary grandma", as another wrote, "She is the copy of her grandmother "

Many praised her for inheriting the timeless beauty and charisma of her iconic Dutt lineage. Users even expressed their anticipation to see whether she will follow in the footsteps of her father or grandmother into films, given that they are already captivated by her natural screen presence.

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