Bollywood actress, Soha Ali Khan, daughter of the legendary Sharmila Tagore, has carved a unique niche in the industry, often dominated by beauty standards. Sharmila, a celebrated actress of her era, was admired for her captivating charm. Soha, who last appeared in the 2016 action drama, Ghayal Once Again, took a break from acting to focus on family and motherhood. Recently, the actress and author shared insights on her journey of self-acceptance, admiration for her mother, and how motherhood transformed her views on beauty.
Soha Ali Khan believes in the authenticity of beauty, just like her mother, Sharmila Tagore
Soha Ali Khan recently sat for an interview with the Hindustan Times, sharing insights into her career, and highlighting the challenges of maintaining an authentic self that can often be overwhelming. In the initial days of her career, Soha recalled facing the pressure to conform to industry standards. She never bowed to them and stuck to the mantra of staying true to herself. Soha shared:
“I’ve never felt the need to change my appearance or conform to external pressures. From the beginning, I’ve embraced my own identity and focused on staying authentic to myself. My mother, Sharmila Tagore, has been a guiding force in this. She always taught me that beauty is about embracing who you are, not about fitting into others’ expectations… Over time, I realised that real beauty comes from accepting who you are and embracing your quirks.”
