Introduction
Farah Khan, Bollywood’s renowned choreographer-filmmaker, is known for her outspoken personality.
She recently addressed public perceptions about her marriage and financial status compared to her husband, filmmaker Shirish Kunder.
Her comments came during her appearance on tennis star Sania Mirza’s YouTube show — “Serving It Up with Sania.”
🔹 Addressing Trolls & Public Assumptions
On the show, Farah responded to questions that frequently troll her and Shirish on social media.
People often claim that she is more successful and earns more than her husband.
Farah firmly dismissed these assumptions, stating that she and her husband share an equal partnership.
🔹 The Importance of Balance in Marriage
Farah said that in the early phase of her career, there was stress in their marriage.
The couple eventually resolved issues by learning to work separately and maintain personal space.
She highlighted that the foundation of their marriage is equality and mutual respect.
🔹 Farah on Her Outspoken Nature
Farah admitted that her honesty and blunt speaking style sometimes offended people, especially in the film industry.
She noted that growing older taught her that “it’s not always necessary to tell the truth.”
Her candid persona has not always been welcomed when she accompanies her husband to industry gatherings.
🔹 On Financial Dynamics
Farah openly stated: “He has had to bear the brunt of being married to me.”
She acknowledged ups and downs in their 12-year journey but credited Shirish for his patience and support.
Drawing reference to Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s film Abhimaan, Farah clarified that the storyline of a husband envying his wife's success never applied to them.
🔹 Equality Above Money
Farah emphasized that discussions about feminism should also include real-life examples of equality.
She said she has never felt superior for earning more at any point.
Ending the discussion, she highlighted:
“Money doesn’t matter because even after 12 years, we are still equal partners.”
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