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NDTV
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Mumtaz On Daughter Natasha Madhwani-Fardeen Khan's Divorce: "They Are Still Husband And Wife..."
New Delhi: Veteran actor Mumtaz recently addressed her daughter Natasha Madhwani's separation from actor Fardeen Khan. What's Happening Mumtaz shared that while she has accepted the situation, she does not support the idea of the couple getting divorced. In an interview with The Times of India, Mumtaz said, "They are saying they are separating, but they still aren't divorced. I love Fardeen a lot. He was born in front of me. They are still husband and wife." "Nothing serious has happened. Maybe they don't get along anymore. Every marriage has ups and downs," she added, noting that both Natasha and Fardeen are "too old" and don't take her advice anymore. Mumtaz also said that arguments are common when people don't get along. Mumtaz added that Fardeen and Natasha should not legally end their marriage, especially because they have children together. "Fardeen is a good father," she said, noting that he adjusts his shooting schedule based on their needs. "He respects me till date," she added. Mumtaz has known Fardeen since his birth, as she worked alongside his father, late actor Firoz Khan, in several films including Woh Koi Aur Hoga (1967), C.I.D. 909 (1967), Aag (1967), Mela (1971), Upaasna (1971), and Apradh (1972). Background Last year, Fardeen Khan had opened up about the couple's struggles with parenthood. He said that he and Natasha had difficulty having children, which led them to move to London and seek medical assistance. The couple became parents to a daughter, Diani, and a son, Azarius, through IVF. Fardeen also took a two-year break from work after his daughter's birth to focus on fatherhood. "I wish I hadn't taken such a long break from work. The only brownie point is that I have two beautiful children with whom I could spend so much time," he told The Times of India. Fardeen also spoke about his journey to sobriety in 2020. On Cyrus Broacha's podcast, he said, "I was at a stage where I just didn't feel myself. I became sober in 2020 and I stopped alcohol in one go. I needed to stop, it was interfering with my life. I took professional help to stop and it was the best decision I have made in my life. I started drinking very, very young so this was the first time the brain fog lifted." His break from films wasn't just limited to parenthood. Fardeen had earlier taken a sabbatical after the death of his father, Firoz Khan, in 2009 due to lung cancer. "It affected me deeply," he said, adding that he "needed time for closure." Fardeen Khan recently made his return to the screen with Housefull 5, a comedy whodunit directed by Tarun Mansukhani.
Indian Express
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mumtaz opens up on Fardeen Khan's divorce with daughter Natasha Madhwani: ‘They have separated, every marriage has its ups and downs'
Veteran actor Mumtaz has come to terms with her daughter Natasha Madhwani's separation with actor Fardeen Khan, but she isn't favour of the couple getting a divorce. She still adores Fardeen, whom she has known since his birth thanks to his father and her contemporary, late Firoz Khan. 'They are saying they are separating, but they still aren't divorced. I love Fardeen a lot. He was born in front of me. They are still husband and wife,' said Mumtaz. She's starred alongside Fardeen's late father in films like Woh Koi Aur Hoga (1967), C.I.D. 909 (1967), Aag (1967), Mela (1971), Upaasna (1971), and Apradh (1972). 'Nothing serious has happened. Maybe they don't get along anymore. Every marriage has ups and downs,' added Mumtaz, in an interview to the Times of India, adding that both are 'too old' and don't listen to her anymore. She added that often people don't get along with each other, leading to arguments. However, she firmly believes her daughter and son-in-law shouldn't end their marriage legally. She said that Natasha and Fardeen should not divorce, as they have kids. She called Fardeen a good father who shifts his shooting days according to their schedule. She said that her son-in-law respects her till date. Even if they divorce, they won't be separated due to their kids, Mumtaz said. Last year, Fardeen opened up on how he and Natasha had difficulties in having children. So he took a break from films and they moved to London, where they sought help of a doctor. They became parents to daughter Diani and son Azarius via IVF. Fardeen also took a two-year sabbatical after the birth of their daughter to enjoy fatherhood. 'I wish I hadn't taken such a long break from work. The only brownie point is that I have two beautiful children with whom I could spend so much time,' he had told the Times of India. Fardeen also struggled with alcohol addiction and worked hard to give up alcohol in 2020. 'I was at a stage where I just didn't feel myself. I became sober in 2020 and I stopped alcohol in one go,' he said on Cyrus Broacha's podcast. 'I needed to stop, it was interfering with my life. I took professional help to stop and it was the best decision I have made in my life. I started drinking very, very young so this was the first time the brain fog lifted,' he added. Also Read — Fardeen Khan opens up about giving up alcohol, sought professional help to get sober: 'I started drinking at a young age, it was interfering with my life' Parenthood isn't the first time he took a long break from films. He took a sabbatical after Firoz Khan died of lung cancer in 2009. Fardeen said that affected him 'deeply' and he 'needed time for closure.' Fardeen returned to films last year, and recently starred in Tarun Mansukhani's hit ensemble whodunit comedy Housefull 5.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Mumtaz reveals she underwent six chemotherapy sessions and 35 radiation treatments during her battle with cancer: 'Had it not been for my husband, I'd have been dead...'
Mumtaz, the iconic actress, sacrificed her flourishing career for marriage to Mayur Madhvani in 1974, who patiently waited two years for her to gracefully exit the film industry. Despite a happy marriage, she wishes for more time together due to Mayur's travel-heavy schedule. Mumtaz also bravely battled cancer with Mayur's unwavering support, undergoing rigorous treatments. From screen icon to survivor, Mumtaz 's life has been a blend of glamour, grit, and grace. The timeless star once opened up about her legendary career, love, marriage, and her brave fight against cancer—with unwavering support from husband Mayur Madhvani. Mumtaz married Ugandan businessman Mayur Madhvani in 1974, but the wedding didn't happen right away. In a recent chat with Filmibeat, the Upaasna actress revealed that she asked Mayur for time—two full years—so she could gracefully exit the film industry first. He patiently waited while she wrapped up her commitments, including returning signing amounts and walking away from nearly four to five films. Reflecting on that phase, Mumtaz shared, 'It took my husband to wait for two years till I finished my signing thing. .. maine kitni picturein chhod di.' Choosing love over career Mumtaz, one of the most iconic stars of the '70s, has no regrets about leaving her film career to marry Mayur Madhvani, following her heart in making that life choice. While she cherishes their happy marriage, she wishes they could spend more time together, as Mayur's demanding, travel-heavy schedule often keeps them apart. Battle with cancer In an earlier interview with Pinkvilla, Mumtaz spoke about her courageous battle with cancer, highlighting how Mayur's unwavering support played a crucial role in her recovery. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo She underwent six chemotherapy sessions and 35 radiation treatments, and it was Mayur's insistence on thorough medical checks and his emotional strength that kept her going. He encouraged her to undergo additional surgery to ensure her health, reassuring her with love and humor, even joking about her looking cute like a popular bald doll. Though Mumtaz didn't hesitate to leave her career to marry Mayur Madhvani, she once ended her relationship with actor Shammi Kapoor to protect her professional life. In a recent interview with Vickey Lalwani, she revealed her deep love for Shammi and that their 17–18 year age difference never bothered her. However, Raj Kapoor opposed the idea of a Kapoor daughter-in-law continuing to work in films after marriage, which ultimately influenced their split. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
