Neena Gupta has always been candid about her life.
The actress, who back in the 80’s, broke the mold for Indian women – after having a child out of wedlock, from her then beau – Vivian Richardson, has always lived life in her own terms.
But despite everything life threw at her, with raising her daughter Masaba as a single parent, Neena does now confess that she too wanted simplicity in her home.
The ‘Badhai Ho’ actress has stated that even she wanted a ‘normal husband’ and in fact felt a little envious when she saw others living that life.
Neena, who’s written her life’s complete story in her new book – Sach Kahun Toh, recently spoke with Hindustan Times to talk about the thoughts that were going on in her head, when she sat down to write the book.
Here’s what she was quoted telling the publication:
“While I was writing the book I realized that I’ve been alone most of my younger years, my prime years, without a lover or a husband. I came here, there were some inconsequential affairs, nothing really materialized. I was all alone most of the time. Vivian was living far away, he had his own life. We met very seldom.”
She further added:
“I wanted to have a normal husband, children from the husband who’s living with me, my in-laws, grandparents…When I see other people, I do feel a little envious. But I didn’t blame (anyone), didn’t become an alcoholic, or went in a wrong direction because I didn’t get what I wanted.”
Neena Gupta never fails to amaze us with her honesty and transparency!
More power to you ma’am!