On the memorial day of her late sister Monal, actress Simran shared an emotional tribute. Simran, a leading actress of the 90s, gained fame as a dream girl during that era. Her younger sister, Monal Naval, made her debut in the film "Parvai Ondre Podhume" and was expected to follow in Simran’s successful footsteps. In the early 2000s, Monal was becoming a notable figure in Tamil cinema, starring in films like "Badri", "Samudhiram", and "Charlie Chaplin".

However, tragedy struck when Monal died by suicide on April 14, 2002, at the young age of 21. Her sudden death shocked the film industry. Rumors suggested a love affair led to her decision, and her reported suicide note mentioned, "I never met a real man in life." The loss deeply affected her sister Simran, who often becomes emotional when speaking about Monal.

Every year, Simran honors her sister’s memory. On this year’s death anniversary, she posted a touching message on her social media, saying, "Not a single day has passed in these 23 years without thinking of you, Monal. You may be gone, but you are never forgotten." Her heartfelt message resonated with fans and was widely shared.

Monal’s memory continues to live on through her films and the enduring love of her sister.

Not a day goes by without a thought of you, Monal. 23 years, and I still look for pieces of you in the quiet moments 💔#SisterLove #GoneButNotForgotten

— Simran (@SimranbaggaOffc) April 14, 2025