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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Richa Chadha makes STRONG remark about living in India after having daughter: 'I need to buy a gun'
Richa Chadha gave birth to her daughter, Zuneyra, with husband Ali Fazal in July 2024. While the actress is embracing the new chapter of her life, she is experiencing joy as well as anxiety. In a recent interview, she even quipped that in today's India, she might even need a gun to protect her daughter. Richa Chadha's first reaction to motherhood The actress sat down for an interview with Lilly Singh , in which the former expressed that her first reaction to motherhood was "fear." Richa shared that she questioned herself if bringing a child into this world full of chaos, changing climate, and genocide is a good idea or not. The actress opened up about how motherhood has changed her independent lifestyle after the arrival of the baby. She expressed that the first six months were "a big commitment," as she was the one responsible for the nourishment of her baby. She wondered, "Oh my god, is my life over?" Richa Chadha makes a bold statement about living in India Richa's anxiety about parenthood transformed into determination after she learnt that she is expecting a girl child. She quipped, "I thought, 'We live in India; I need to buy a gun.'" With that remark, she expressed her protectiveness about her child. However, the actress told the host that she changed her perspective and will raise her accordingly. She said, "We'll raise her to be strong like me." More about Richa Meanwhile, recently, the actress and Ali Fazal celebrated their daughter's first birthday. Richa shared an adorable reel on Instagram featuring moments of her pregnancy and different stages of motherhood. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo Trolled For Saying 'Natural Birth'? Richa Chadha Fires Back On the work front, the actress was last seen as Bholi Punjaban in the third installment of 'Fukrey.' Titled 'Fukrey 3,' the film featured Pulkit Samrat , Varun Sharma , Manjot Singh, and Pankaj Tripathi in the lead roles. The movie was released in theatres on September 7, 2023. Chadha turned producer with 'Girls Will Be Girls' (2024), a coming-of-age drama directed by Shuchi Talati , starring Kani Kusruti and Preeti Panigrahi.
NDTV
a day ago
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- NDTV
Richa Chadha's Initial Thoughts After Having A Daughter: "It's India, Felt Like I Had To Buy A Gun"
New Delhi: Richa Chadha, who recently celebrated her daughter Zuneyra's first birthday, shared what crossed her mind when she was pregnant with a child. The initial thoughts of having a daughter filled her mind with anxiety and scary ideas. What's Happening Richa Chadha, during a conversation with Lily Singh, opened up about her fear and anxieties. "I was a little bit afraid. There's climate change, there's a genocide, there's so much rubbish going on in the world. Is having a child a good idea?" she questioned. Richa also realized her priorities, torn between motherly instincts and living an independent life. She confessed, "My initial response was fear. I was like, oh my god, is my life over?" She humorously admitted, "I was like, 'We live in India, I have to buy a gun'," reflecting her concern for her child's safety. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Richa Chadha (@therichachadha) During the same interview, when she was asked her concerns as a parent, Richa said we need to focus on raising sons with values, rather than getting worried over daughters' security. "Just focus on the sons. You have to focus on the sons. That's it. It's not the daughters doing it to other daughters. The son needs to have a strong bond with his father. The son needs to understand consent from the mother. The son needs to see that the father treats the mother and sister well. The sister has to be fed the same as the son and sent to school. Women are the backbone of our country. We can't be happy if 50% of the population is watching who is following them, stalking them," Richa said. Richa shared a lovely post on her daughter's first birthday. Richa Chadha wrote in the caption, "For bringing so much colour into all our lives! A year ago I gave birth to a healthy baby girl at Breach Candy Hospital. Labour lasted a few hours, delivery only about 20 minutes, natural birth! Life hasn't been the same since, particularly me... I feel rearranged from the insides out... my brain, my heart, my body, my soul. Zuneyra was born a year ago and so was I. Reborn as a mom. An entirely new being, than what existed before. "A life and child with the man of your dreams... if this isn't a blessing I don't know what is." While a major section of the Internet loved her post, a few took offence at the term "natural birth." The actress welcomed a daughter with Ali Fazal on July 16, 2024.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Richa Chadha recalls how her Nani warned her about marriage as a child: 'No one would want to marry you'
Richa Chadha is one of Bollywood's most outspoken and versatile actors. Known for her powerful roles in films like 'Masaan', 'Gangs of Wasseypur', and the popular 'Fukrey' series, she's also admired for voicing strong opinions on social issues. Richa recently opened up about facing gender bias as a young girl, not from the outside world, but from her own family. Speaking to Lily Singh in a new interview, she shared a moment from her childhood that stayed with her. 'I was a kid just jumping on the bed, and my Nani , who was visiting us, said, 'If you keep jumping like this, no one would want to marry you. You can't do this in your in-laws' house. I didn't even understand what she was saying. I must have been seven or eight. And I was like, is she crazy?' Richa recalled. Her grandmother's words came from a different time Richa said she didn't understand what her grandmother meant back then. But later, her mother helped her understand where those words were coming from. Her grandmother was not trying to be mean, she was simply speaking from her own life experience. 'She was born in 1920 and got married at the age of 13. So, she was coming from that context,' Richa explained. 'Focus on the sons' – Richa's strong message on gender equality In the same interview, Richa was asked what we can do to make the world a better place for girls. Her answer was simple and powerful: we need to raise better boys. 'Just focus on the sons. You have to focus on the sons. That's it. It's not the daughters doing it to other daughters. The son needs to have a strong bond with his father. The son needs to understand consent from the mother. The son needs to see that the father treats the mother and sister well. The sister has to be fed the same as the son and sent to school. Women are the backbone of our country. We can't be happy if 50% of the population is watching who is following them, stalking them,' she said.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Cybercrooks keep two Bengaluru women under digital arrest, make them strip
Bengaluru: In a chilling reminder of how far cybercriminals will go, two women were digitally held hostage and forced to strip by fake cops in a digital arrest scam . The criminals had ordered the women to disrobe as part of an online "physical examination" to identify birth marks and moles. The women, who are childhood friends, realised they were victims of online fraud and extortion only when they reached out to another friend after being held hostage by the cybercriminals for nearly nine hours, despite having transferred Rs 58,447 to them. A complaint has been lodged with the East CEN Crime police. While Anne (name changed) is a resident of the city, her friend Richa, who works in Thailand as an instructor, was on a visit to Bengaluru when the duo got trapped in a web of deception. Their ordeal started at 11am on July 17 when Richa received a call from the number 8856062795. The caller introduced himself as a police officer from Colaba police station in Mumbai and accused her of being involved in money laundering linked to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal. He also accused her of being involved in human trafficking and a murder case. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru A shocked Richa tried to explain she was on a visit to India and had no connection to the case. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? NeuroVita Global Learn More Undo The caller, however, shared details of a debit card she was using and managed to scare her of arrest. Spooked on being furnished with her personal debit card details and official-looking documents, including forged arrest warrants and Central Bureau of Investigation ID cards, Anne also was convinced and fell prey to the ruse. While more fraudsters joined in, the women were made to believe the call was being made from a police station. To further deceive the women, the fraudsters made a video call claiming to connect them to officers from CBI. The crooks told the women they had to be kept under digital arrest at home, and had to stay on a WhatsApp video call for 24 hours. They told the victims that according to Reserve Bank rules, the transactions done from their bank accounts needed to be verified. The women were told to transfer money to an account provided by the fraudsters, on the promise it would be returned after the verification process if the money wasn't found to be black. Richa transferred Rs 58,447 from her bank account. The fraudsters also impersonated officials from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India and Delhi police. Online medical exam After receiving the money, the fraudsters told the victims they needed to get clearance, for which they had to undergo a medical examination online. This was to identify and ensure there were no "bullet marks, moles, or tattoos" on their bodies. The women were asked to strip naked and follow instructions, which they complied with, Anne told police, adding that she was also told that her entire house was under surveillance and an arrest warrant was issued against Richa. A senior police officer said the women had no idea that the fraudsters were recording them nude under the pretext of medical examination. When the women stripped, the miscreants also allegedly body shamed them. Helpful call to friend After suffering tremendous pressure and harassment, Richa decided to reach out to a friend for assistance. She made a WhatsApp call around 8pm, and after she explained the ordeal, the friend advised her to disconnect all the calls and not transfer any more money. After the call was disconnected, the fraudsters attempted to reach the women again and sent across their nude photos and videos, threatening to make them public. Anne told police that the photos and videos shared by the fraudsters to both their phones weren't downloaded or saved. They deleted them as they had been digitally and physically abused and under tremendous fear and shame for nine hours. A senior police officer said a case has been registered under various sections of the Information Technology Act and Section 318 (cheating) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Richa Chadha reveals her first reaction after having a daughter: 'We live in India, have to buy a gun'
In July 2024, Richa Chadha welcomed her daughter Zuneyra, feeling both joy and unexpected anxiety about parenthood and the world's state. Initially fearful, she joked about needing a gun for protection but soon resolved to raise her daughter strong. In July 2025, she celebrated Zuneyra's first birthday with an emotional Instagram post. In July 2024, Richa Chadha welcomed her daughter, Zuneyra Ida Fazal, into the world. While the occasion brought immense happiness, the actor also opened up about feeling unexpected anxiety regarding her new role as a parent and the state of the world. As Zuneyra celebrated her first birthday on July 16, 2025, the actress took a moment to reflect on the profound changes motherhood has brought to her life. Initial Feelings of Fear During the interview with Lily Singh, Richa admitted that her immediate feeling was one of fear. She said, 'I was a little bit afraid. There's climate change, there's a genocide, there's so much rubbish going on in the world. Is having a child a good idea?' She reflected on how becoming a parent changed her independent lifestyle overnight, as caring for a baby means taking on great responsibility. Highlighting the challenge of being solely responsible for her child's nourishment for the first six months, she described it as 'a big commitment. ' She confessed, 'My initial response was fear. I was like, oh my god, is my life over?'. Transforming Anxiety into Determination Richa's initial anxiety transformed into strong resolve after she discovered she was having a daughter. She humorously admitted, 'I was like, 'We live in India, I have to buy a gun',' reflecting her concern for her child's safety. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Were So Beautiful Before; Now Look At Them; Number 10 Will Shock You Reportingly Undo But she quickly reconsidered and said, 'No, we will see. We will raise her to be strong like me.' Celebrating a Milestone with an Emotional Post To mark her daughter Zuneyra's first birthday, Richa recently posted an emotional Instagram reel featuring highlights from her pregnancy and the early days of motherhood. The video beautifully captured the special moments and emotions she experienced throughout this transformative journey. She captioned the post, 'For bringing so much colour into all our lives! A year ago I gave birth to a healthy baby girl at Breach Candy Hospital. Labour lasted a few hours, delivery only about 20 minutes, natural birth! Life hasn't been the same since, particularly me… I feel rearranged from the insides out… my brain, my heart, my body, my soul. Zuneyra was born a year ago and so was I. Reborn as a mom. An entirely new being, than what existed before."
