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Jackie Shroff Shares Mock 'Last Will' Bequeathing Farmhouse and ₹99 Lakh to His Plants

Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff shared a humorous mock 'Last Will & Testament' on Instagram, declaring his plants as his family and sole beneficiaries. The document bequeaths his farmhouse to his Spider Plant and sets aside ₹99 lakh for gardening, ending with a disclaimer urging fans not to take it seriously.

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Jackie Shroff's Green Legacy

Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff has shared a mock "Last Will & Testament" on Instagram, playfully leaving his estate to his beloved plants. The document, dated September 1, 2026, is written in a formal legal style but carries an unmistakably humorous intent, as noted by both Livemint and Lokmat Times.

The will begins with a declaration typical of a legal document: "I, Jackie Shroff, son of Shri Kakubhai Shroff, residing in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, being of sound mind and body, do hereby declare this to be my Last Will and Testament." It then outlines provisions for the care of his plants, naming his Spider Plant as the caretaker of his farmhouse. Under a section titled "CARE AND GUARDIANSHIP," the will states, "The farmhouse shall remain in the care of beloved Spider Plant."

Financial Provisions and a Family of Plants

The mock will also includes financial arrangements for the maintenance of his garden. In a section on "FINANCIAL PROVISIONS," it sets aside "A sum of Rs. 99 lakhs to be set aside for the composting section in the farmhouse and all the gardening tools." A subsequent point mentions a lifetime budget for his plants, pots, and gardener.

Perhaps most endearing is the will's declaration under "GENERAL": "My plants are my family. They must be nurtured, protected and loved always." This sentiment reflects the actor's well-documented love for nature, which has earned him the moniker of Bollywood's "green crusader," as reported by Livemint.

A Disclaimer and a Plant-Loving Persona

The document is signed off with a disclaimer in a playful tone: "DISCLAIMER: DIL PE MAT LE, JUST A JOKE BHIDU." The Lokmat Times report quotes a slightly different version of the disclaimer, reading "JUST A JOKE SHROFF," but both sources agree on its lighthearted message.

Shroff's affection for plants is not a new development. He is known for often appearing in public with a plant in hand and has previously launched the "Ped Lagao Bhidu" initiative to promote tree planting. He also serves as the brand ambassador for Ugaoo, a direct-to-consumer gardening company. According to Livemint, Shroff has reportedly planted over 700 plants at his farmhouse, which is located between Mumbai and Pune in the Lonavala and Khandala region.

Recent Work

On the professional front, Shroff's latest film is "Welcome To The Jungle," a comedy directed by Ahmed Khan. The film features a large ensemble cast, including Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, and many others. Lokmat Times notes that the film is loosely based on the 2005 film "The Producers" and the 2008 film "Tropic Thunder." This marks the ninth collaboration between Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal, who reunite after 17 years.

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Livemint

Framing: Light-hearted and playful, emphasizing the joke and affection for Shroff's plants.

as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Jackie Shroff shared a glimpse of his unusual 'last will and testament' on the internet.
The will declares his plants as his family and only beneficiaries.
He joked about his plants inheriting his farmhouse and a large sum of money for their care.
The document was dated September 1, 2026, and drafted in a legal format.
The will read, 'I, Jackie Shroff, son of Shri Kakubhai Shroff, residing in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, being of sound mind and body, do hereby declare this to be my Last Will and Testament.'
In the section 'CARE AND GUARDIANSHIP,' the will read, 'The farmhouse shall remain in the care of beloved Spider Plant.'
Shroff included ₹99 lakh for the lifetime maintenance of his garden and all gardening needs.
The will stated: 'A sum of Rs. 99 lakhs to be set aside for the composting section in the farmhouse and all the gardening tools.'
The document referred to Shroff's plants as his family under the 'GENERAL' section, mentioning: 'My plants are my family. They must be nurtured, protected and loved always.'
The will came with a disclaimer: 'DIL PE MAT LE, JUST A JOKE BHIDU.'
Shroff is known as an avid plant lover, often seen with a plant in his hand.
He is called the 'green crusader' of Bollywood.
He launched his 'Ped Lagao Bhidu' initiative and became brand ambassador for the D2C gardening company Ugaoo.
Reportedly, Shroff has planted over 700 plants.
His farmhouse is located between the hills between Mumbai and Pune, in the Lonavala and Khandala region.
Shroff was recently seen in the film 'Welcome To The Jungle' with several named actors.

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Lokmat Times

Framing: Jackie Shroff shares a humorous 'Last Will' dedicated to his plants

as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC

Facts Included:

Jackie Shroff shared a mock 'Last Will & Testament' on Instagram stories on Wednesday, Sep 2.
The document bequeaths his farmhouse and a sum of Rs. 99 lakhs for composting and gardening.
The will states his plants are his family and must be nurtured, protected and loved always.
The disclaimer read: 'DISCLAIMER: DIL PE MAT LE, JUST A JOKE SHROFF.'
The will is dated 1st day of Sept 2026.
Jackie's latest film is 'Welcome To The Jungle', directed by Ahmed Khan.
The film is loosely based on the 2005 film 'The Producers' and the 2008 film 'Tropic Thunder'.
The film marks the ninth collaboration of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal, who reunite after 17 years.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimJackie Shroff shared a mock 'Last Will & Testament' on Instagram Stories on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC, Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimThe mock will declares Jackie Shroff's plants as his family and only beneficiaries.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimThe will bequeaths his farmhouse to his Spider Plant.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimThe will sets aside ₹99 lakh for composting and gardening needs.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimThe will states: 'My plants are my family. They must be nurtured, protected and loved always.'	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimThe will is dated 1st day of September 2026.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC, Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimThe mock will includes a disclaimer: 'DIL PE MAT LE, JUST A JOKE BHIDU'.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff is known as an avid plant lover.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff is called the 'green crusader' of Bollywood.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff launched his 'Ped Lagao Bhidu' initiative.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff became the brand ambassador for the D2C gardening company Ugaoo.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff has planted over 700 plants.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff's farmhouse is located between the hills between Mumbai and Pune, in the Lonavala and Khandala region.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC
ClaimJackie Shroff's latest film is 'Welcome To The Jungle', directed by Ahmed Khan.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
Claim'Welcome To The Jungle' features Akashay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, and many other actors.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Livemint as of Sep 2, 2026, 1:48 PM UTC, Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
Claim'Welcome To The Jungle' is loosely based on the 2005 film 'The Producers' and the 2008 film 'Tropic Thunder'.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
Claim'Welcome To The Jungle' marks the ninth collaboration of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC
ClaimAkshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal reunite after 17 years.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Lokmat Times as of Sep 2, 2026, 7:17 AM UTC

Transparency & Audit Trail

2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Livemint, Lokmat Times 18 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-02