Bollywood stars who proved marriage isn’t mandatory to embrace parenthood

Parenthood is a feeling that many desire. But is marriage mandatory for it? There are a few Bollywood stars who have gone against societal norms to embrace parenthood.

Ileana D’cruz

On Tuesday, Ileana D’cruz announced her pregnancy and many on the internet asked her about the baby’s father and some even asked ‘shaadi kab hui’. A lot of her fans came out in support of her and said that one can have a baby without getting married. The Raid actress is reportedly not married as yet. Here’s looking at other Bollywood stars who are unmarried but have kids.

Karan Johar

It was in 2017 that Karan Johar welcomed his twins - Yash and Roohi through surrogacy. He is a single parent and is doing a fab job at it.

Tusshar Kapoor

Tusshar Kapoor is a single parent to son Laksshya Kapoor. In 2016, he opted for IVF and surrogacy to welcome his kid into this world. In an interview, he said that he has no plans of settling in matrimony.

Ekta Kapoor

Just like brother Tusshar Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor is a single parent too. She is a mother to son Ravie and they are the happiest in each other’s company.

Kalki Koechlin

Kalki Koechlin has a baby with her boyfriend Guy Hershberg. They have a daughter named Sappho. She was criticised for having a baby out of wedlock but Kalki keeps negativity at bay.

Sushmita Sen

Sushmita Sen set an example when she adopted Renee and Alisah. She has been a single mother and raised her daughter very well.

Sakshi Tanwar

Sakshi Tanwar is also a single mother. She adopted a baby girl named Dityaa in 2018. She called it the greatest moment of her life. Reportedly, the TV star isn’t married yet. (Agencies)

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