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Hans India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rukhsar Rehman promises deeper conversations with ‘The Vedas Speak'
ActressRukhsar Rehman, known for her diverse roles in both film and television, is set to step into an entirely new space as the host of the upcoming spiritual chat show 'The Vedas Speak'. With a career that spans thoughtful cinema and popular TV dramas, Rukhsar now brings her voice and presence to a show that seeks to explore themes far beyond the conventional format. Revealing what drew her to the project, Rukhsar said she has long been captivated by cosmic and spiritual themes. 'I've always been deeply intrigued by galaxies, astrology, spiritualism, mythology, and the many wonders of nature,' she explained. 'There's something incredibly captivating about the mysteries woven into the universe, which directly influence our lives.' For Rukhsar, joining The Vedas Speak felt like more than just another professional commitment—it aligned closely with her personal curiosity and beliefs. 'The countless marvels of nature never fail to fascinate me—each one a doorway into the unknown, whispering secrets of the cosmos. Hence I was more than happy to be a part of it,' she said. Unlike typical spiritual chat shows, The Vedas Speak aims to take its audience on a more introspective journey. Rukhsar stressed that the show would go beyond surface-level spiritual discussions, offering a platform for deeper reflections and personal connections. 'It's totally different from the other chat shows we see these days,' she noted. 'This is about encouraging people to connect with their inner selves.' Rukhsar Rehman has long been admired for her quiet versatility on screen. From films like God Tussi Great Ho, Sarkar, Bheja Fry 2, and PK to more recent hits like Uri: The Surgical Strike and 83, she has brought nuance and depth to a wide range of roles. On television, she has been part of beloved series including Kuch Toh Log Kahenge, Dream Girl, Baal Veer, and Mariam Khan – Reporting Live. Her upcoming acting projects are equally promising. She will soon be seen in Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947, a historical drama that features a high-profile cast including Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Shilpa Shetty, and Ali Fazal. Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film marks Preity Zinta's return to the big screen after seven years. Rukhsar will also appear in Uttar Da Puttar, starring opposite Anu Kapoor. With The Vedas Speak, Rukhsar Rehman is expanding her creative journey in new and thoughtful directions—inviting audiences to not only watch, but also reflect.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
On Father's Day, Rukhsar Rehman misses her father and says he taught her to be creative
Rukhsar Rehman, who has been a part of movies like D, Sarkar, God Tussi Great Ho, PK, Uri: The Surgical Strike, and 83, and TV shows like Kuch Toh Log Kahenge, Baal Veer, and Mariam Khan - Reporting Live, to name some, shared that for her, Father's Day is a bittersweet reminder of the man who shaped her with love, laughter, and life lessons. Though her father is no longer with her, his presence continues to guide her through memories that remain deeply cherished. Sharing her thoughts on the occasion of Father's Day, which will be celebrated on June 15, she said, 'When my papa was alive, I used to wish him and send him a bottle of perfume, as he was very fond of it,' she recalled, and added, 'He used to get quite amused also and say, 'Sirf aaj hee hai papa day?'' Speaking fondly of the simple yet rich experiences they shared together—like sipping a cup of tea and listening to Farsi songs—she said, 'Oh, my father has taught me a lot of things—from chess, carrom, and badminton to reading and the love for music.' One of the greatest gifts her father passed on to her was creativity. She said, 'Be it reading or music, sabhi unki hee den hai (everything has been given by him).' And though he's no longer physically present, she honours his memory by continuing to read poetry and, 'of course, having anything sweet (if you can call it a legacy).' Asked what would have made him proud today, Rukhsar said, 'He was very proud of me and happy with me. I guess that gives me a lot of sukoon knowing wherever he must be, he must be looking at me with a lot of love.' Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Father's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
NDTV
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Uri Actor Rukhsar Rehman Debuted At 17, Fled With 8-Month Old Daughter To Survive At 19
New Delhi: Rukhsar Rehman, who was a regular in serials and made a few cameos in films like PK, Sarkar, and God Tussi Great Ho, recently opened up about the challenges she faced in her personal life while trying to make a place in the industry. Rukhsar revealed she was married off forcibly by her parents. She fled with her infant daughter to survive when she was only 19. In an interaction with Humans of Bombay, Rukhsar Rehman said she made her debut in Deepak Anand's Yaad Rakhegi Duniya (1992) when she was 17. The actor also featured with Rishi Kapoor in the film Inteha Pyar Ki. However, her parents didn't approve of her career and made her quit acting forcibly to get her married. At 19, Rukshar became a mother of a baby girl, Aisha. "With Aisha, I found my new purpose. Life looked perfect from the outside. I was trying to be a good wife. But over time, the cracks began to show. And the marriage fell apart," she said. One day, Rukhsar mustered the courage to take a step forward for herself - she fled with her 8-month old daughter on her lap. "One night, I packed what little I could and left. My daughter was just 8 months old, asleep, unaware our life was about to change. I kept asking myself, 'Am I doing the right thing?' But I knew I had tried everything. When my father opened the door, he didn't ask questions - just said, 'You'll be okay," she recalled. To make ends meet, she then opened a garment boutique in her hometown Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. But the actor inside her always wanted to make a comeback. Rukhsar made cameos in films like D, Sarkar, PK, Uri, 83. Years later, Rukhsar also married filmmaker Faruk Kabir, but they filed for divorce after 13 years. "It hurt, but Aisha was by my side. I believe she raised me too. There was a time I thought my story was over. But I loved acting too much to let it go. When you're meant to do something, you find your way back - when you're ready," she concluded.
Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Uri actor was forcibly married off by parents at 19, fled her marital home, started career again and went on to star with Amitabh Bachchan, SRK
Actor Rukhsar Rehman, known for several daily soaps and cameos in films such as PK, Sarkar, and God Tussi Great Ho, has had her own share of struggles while trying to make it in the entertainment industry. Even after sharing screen space with Rishi Kapoor, Rukhsar had to leave acting because of parental pressure. In a recent interview with Humans Of Bombay, she opened up about her journey, which was a roller-coaster of professional and personal challenges. Rukhsar was only 17 years old when she made her debut in Deepak Anand's Yaad Rakhegi Duniya (1992). The actor also featured with Rishi Kapoor in the film Inteha Pyar Ki. However, the actor's parents made her quit acting forcibly and got her married, and she was soon blessed with daughter Aisha at the age of 19. She recalled and shared, 'With Aisha, I found my new purpose. Life looked perfect from the outside. I was trying to be a good wife. But over time, the cracks began to show. And the marriage fell apart.' She gathered courage to run away with her daughter one day. She said, 'One night, I packed what little I could and left. My daughter was just 8 months old, asleep, unaware our life was about to change. I kept asking myself, 'Am I doing the right thing?' But I knew I had tried everything. When my father opened the door, he didn't ask questions — just said, 'You'll be okay.' To restart her life, she then opened a garment boutique in her hometown Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, to make a living for herself and her daughter. However, the actor in her always had an urge of getting back to the industry and she did. ALSO READ | 'My parents go through everything I go through as an actor,' says Jacqueline Fernandez: 'It takes so much for parents to still support you…' 'Years passed. One day, I grew too restless. I left Aisha with my parents — the hardest thing I've ever done. But I had to find myself again if I wanted to give her the life she deserved. In 2005, after over a decade away, I started from scratch — small roles, auditions, rejections. But I kept going,' the actor added. She reclaimed herself and her career with brief roles in films like D, Sarkar, PK, Uri, 83. Years later, Rukhsar also married filmmaker Faruk Kabir, but they filed for divorce after 13 years. 'It hurt, but Aisha was by my side. I believe she raised me too. There was a time I thought my story was over. But I loved acting too much to let it go. When you're meant to do something, you find your way back — when you're ready,' she concluded. On the work front, Rukhsar Rehman will next be seen in the film Uttar Da Puttar. The social drama also stars Annu Kapoor and is directed by Ravinder Siwach. The actor will also be a part of the movie Thanks Maa, in which she has a cameo role.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet Rukhsar Rehman: At 17, she debuted with Rishi Kapoor; at 19 she ran away with infant daughter to survive
Rukhsar Rehman, who made her Bollywood debut opposite Rishi Kapoor at just 17, was forced to leave acting when her parents arranged her marriage, believing it wasn't a viable career. After her marriage fell apart, she fled with her 8-month-old daughter and returned to her hometown. Years later, she left her daughter with her parents and moved to Mumbai to rebuild her life and acting career from scratch. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Early Stardom at Just 17 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Running Away to Save Herself Reclaiming Her Career, One Step at a Time Audience Reaction and Rediscovery Not all Bollywood stories are made of glitz and glamour—some are built on courage, sacrifice, and resilience. Actress Rukhsar Rehman , who once starred opposite Rishi Kapoor at the start of her career, lived through a life-altering journey that took her away from the spotlight and brought her back with renewed strength. Despite early success, she was forced to abandon acting due to family pressure, endured a broken marriage, and eventually ran away with her infant daughter to rebuild her on the Humans of Bombay Instagram page, actress Rukhsar Rehman recently opened up about the highs and lows that shaped her life—both on and off Rehman was just a teenager when she appeared on screen with Rishi Kapoor in films like Yaad Rakhegi Duniya and Inteha Pyar Ki. At 17, fresh out of school, she was already playing lead roles in major productions. The industry considered her a rising star, but Rukhsar herself was still discovering what success meant. Unfortunately, her time in the spotlight was cut short—not because of failure, but because her parents didn't view acting as a respectable career appearing in two successful films, her parents arranged her marriage, believing that a stable family life was more important than fame. She tried to adjust to her new role as a wife and later, as a mother to her daughter Aisha Ahmed. However, her marriage soon began to unravel, and the emotional strain pushed her to make a life-changing the age of 19, Rukhsar left her marital home with her 8-month-old daughter in her arms. The decision was met with judgment—many mocked her for being divorced so young—but she had no other choice. She returned to Rampur, where her father welcomed her without question. To sustain herself, she opened a boutique, but her mind often wandered back to acting—the passion she had left years went by, the urge to return to the screen only grew stronger. In 2005, she made another difficult decision: she left her daughter Aisha with her parents and moved to Mumbai to start over. This separation was the hardest part of her journey, but Rukhsar knew it was necessary if she wanted to provide her daughter with the life she from scratch, Rukhsar faced rejections and countless auditions. Slowly, she began landing roles in films such as D, Sarkar, PK, God Tussi Great Ho, Uri, and 83. Each role was a step forward—not just in her career, but in reclaiming the part of herself she had to leave behind years Rukhsar brought Aisha to Mumbai. She wasn't just raising her anymore; they were finally living together again. Aisha, inspired by her mother's journey, made her own mark in the entertainment world through acclaimed web series like Adulting and Minus Rukhsar found love again in Faruk Kabir. But after 13 years, that chapter also ended. The pain of loss was softened by Aisha's constant support. As Rukhsar reflects, her daughter helped her grow just as much as she had raised recent revelation that Rukhsar is Aisha Ahmed's mother surprised many fans, prompting a wave of admiration and nostalgia. Social media was flooded with memories of Rukhsar's performances in PK, Tumhari Pakhi, and Kuch Toh Log Kahenge. One commenter wrote, 'She didn't just survive—she came back for the girl she left behind.'Once believing her story was over, Rukhsar now sees her journey as a powerful return to what she loved. 'When you're meant to do something, you find your way back—when you're ready,' she reflected. Her comeback isn't just a professional achievement—it's a deeply personal victory.
