Divya's birthday made 'very special' by Shabana Azmi

Mumbai: Divya Dutta's 38th birthday on Friday was made "very special" when she received a compliment from her "Chalk N Duster" co-star and veteran actress Shabana Azmi.

"Happy happy birthday @divyadutta25. What a super performance in 'Chalk And Duster' and so different from 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag'. So proud of you, bless you," Shabana posted on Twitter.

In response, Divya thanked Shabana, and wrote: "Big big thankuuu!!! Means the world to me coming from you! You just made my day so very special. Big hug and regards."

Directed by Jayant Gilatar, "Chalk N Duster" also stars Juhi Chawla, Jackie Shroff, Samir Soni, and Girish Karnad among others.

Divya, who has been a part of the industry since the last two decades, has starred in films like "Badlapur", "Welcome to Sajjanpur", "Veer-Zaara" and "Baghban".

She is spending a working birthday.

"Best way to celebrate...Shooting with the super talented Pradeep Sarkar!ahem bad network though! But good morning from the b'day gal," she tweeted.