Malaika Arora, the name needs no introduction. The diva has been in the industry for quite some decades now and still doesn’t fail to ooze us up with her sheer hotness and looks on the screen. The actress who will turn 50 soon, has not only proven that age is just a number with her fitness routine but also has set new norms with her choices so far.
Talking of her choices, it was when she was threatened with the ‘end of career’, that she decided to become a mother. On Mother’s day, the actress spoke of the same to a leading portal.
Talking to Humans Of Bombay, Malaika Arora opened up on how she was threatened, saying that her career shall end after she becomes a mother. She said, “‘This will end your career!’ is what people said when I was expecting. Back then, after marriage, you’d barely see an actress on screen. But being raised by women who advocated being independent, I knew motherhood just meant I was to essay one more role—the role of mom! I worked through my pregnancy—shuttling shows, & rehearsals. And when Arhaan was born, I promised to give him the world. I also promised myself—I won’t lose my identity in the process of being a mom. Ever since, I’ve lived up to both the promises.”
She further added, “Two months after delivery, I performed at an award show. I was proud of myself because I also made it back home in time to tuck Arhaan in bed. Knowing that I could juggle motherhood & work empowered me. In fact, I said yes to Karan for Kaal Dhamaal a year after delivery! But I had ‘working mom’ guilt. So, I maximized my time with Arhaan. Every morning, I’d sing Malayalam songs to him, the ones my mom sang to me. Then, I’d strap him on & run errands before heading to work. And I always made it back home in time to read to him. I also had a solid support system in my family. And even Arbaaz & I had set rules—one parent was always present. No PTMs, or annual shows were missed. And I always picked him up or dropped him off at school. Soon, it became the highlight of my day. I spoke to Arhaan about everything! Even when Arbaaz & I told him we were separating, he understood. And ever since, regardless of our differences, Arbaaz & I’ve been a unit when it comes to parenting. When Arhaan had to shave, I called Arbaaz who took me through the process; it was fun.” As quoted by Hindustan Times.
The actress signed off by saying that motherhood isn’t the end of the world, rather it just gives you different dimensions!