Actress and singer Ila Arun has penned an emotional note remembering her brother Piyush ahead of his first death anniversary, saying that the days are getting “heavier” as the date approaches.

Taking to Instagram, Ila shared how difficult the week has been for the family as they prepare to mark a year since his passing. Sharing a photo, she wrote, “Dearest Brother Piyush, This week has been the most difficult week for all of us. It has been almost a year since you quietly went to sleep. God’s precious gift to us from our parents. The days are getting heavier as the 25th comes closer. You are in my heart every minute your sister Ila Arun.”