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India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
My baby, my vagina: Richa Chadha on criticism over natural birth remark
Actor Richa Chadha recently addressed social media criticism after she shared a birthday post dedicated to daughter Zuneyra. She got into a heated debate with an Instagram user who objected to her mentioning the term - "natural birth".Richa, while expressing gratitude over Zuneyra's first birthday, wrote a heartfelt note on Instagram. Her post titled, "Thank you Zuni," read, "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."advertisementIt further read, "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 reacting to the note, an Instagram user commented, "Every birth is natural, thanks to science nowadays they're being assisted to help the Mom and the kid." The 'Fukrey 3' actor replied, "If I said normal delivery, you'd have said the same thing."Another user responded to Richa and mentioned, "Please, the word normal meant everything to every mother. Don't say it like that because it hurts others who feel like they don't have the mind and zeal to go through it so saying it like that is normal is traumatising and, if you meant the other way around to say normal delivery, then even the ones that are Caesarian is normal because over 50% of women are doing it."The actor addressed the comment and wrote, "But what if I don't want to say vaginal delivery? It is my page and also my vagina and my baby. And feminism taught me to use words of my choosing. So."Along with her gratitude note, Richa also added a video montage. It featured Ali Fazal touching Richa's baby bump, getaways where the couple enjoys quality time together, and snippets of Zuneyra playing with their video here: Richa and Ali welcomed Zuneyra on July 16, 2024. The couple got married in an eco-friendly ceremony in September was recently seen in Anurag Basu's ' Dino'. The film also featured Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi and Konkona Sen Sharma in key roles.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Richa Chadha celebrates daughter Zuneyra's first birthday, faces backlash over ‘natural birth' phrase; hits back at trolls
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal celebrated their daughter Zuneyra's first birthday with heartfelt reflections on motherhood. Richa's mention of a 'natural birth' sparked mixed reactions, prompting her response. Despite some criticism, many fans praised her honesty. The couple married in 2020 and welcomed Zuneyra in July 2024. Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are joyfully marking a heartfelt milestone as their daughter, Zuneyra, turns one. Reflecting on this past year, Richa shared moving thoughts about how becoming a mother has deeply changed her life and transformed her perspective. Emotional Note on Motherhood Taking to her Instagram handle, the actress wrote, '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 ." Backlash on 'Natural Birth' Terminology While most fans and celebrities flooded her comments with love and warm wishes, a few took issue with her use of the term 'natural birth.' One follower remarked, 'Every birth is natural, thanks to science nowadays they're being assisted to help the Mom and the kid.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Richa's Response and Continued Debate Richa quickly replied to the comments, stating, 'If I said normal delivery, you'd have said the same thing." Meanwhile, another user urged sensitivity around the term, saying, 'Please the word normal meant everything to every mothers don't say it like that because it hurts others… even the ones that are Caesarian is normal because over 50% of women are doing it." Support from Fans Despite the mixed reactions, a large number of people expressed their support for Richa, valuing her sincere and heartfelt expression about the journey of motherhood. Richa and Ali 's Journey For those unfamiliar, Richa and Ali Fazal 's story began in 2013 during the filming of 'Fukrey'. Their romance blossomed in 2016, and they revealed their relationship to the world in 2017, with Richa by Ali's side at the Venice Film Festival for his movie Victoria and Abdul. The pair got married in an interfaith ceremony in October 2020 and welcomed their daughter, Zuneyra, on July 16, 2024.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Richa Chadha Celebrates Daughter's 1st Birthday, Faces Criticism Over ‘Natural Birth' Term
Last Updated: Richa Chadha marked her daughter Zuneyra's first birthday with a heartfelt post that sparked a debate about the term 'natural birth'. Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are celebrating a special milestone, their daughter Zuneyra's first birthday. Marking the occasion with an emotional note, Richa reflected on her journey into motherhood and the transformative year that followed her daughter's birth. Taking to Instagram, the actress wrote, '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 most fans and celebrities flooded her comments with love and warm wishes, a few took issue with her use of the term 'natural birth." One follower commented, 'Every birth is natural, thanks to science nowadays they're being assisted to help the Mom and the kid." Richa was quick to respond, writing, 'If I said normal delivery, you'd have said the same thing." Another user pointed out, 'Please the word normal meant everything to every mothers don't say it like that because it hurts others… even the ones that are Caesarian is normal because over 50% of women are doing it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Richa Chadha (@therichachadha) Despite the comments, many supported Richa, appreciating her raw and honest words about motherhood. For those unfamiliar with their journey, Richa and Ali met in 2013 on the sets of Fukrey. They began dating in 2016 and made their relationship public in 2017 when Richa accompanied Ali to the Venice Film Festival for the premiere of his film Victoria and Abdul. The couple tied the knot in an interfaith ceremony in October 2020, and welcomed their daughter Zuneyra on July 16, 2024. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Economic Times
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Meet Bollywood's newest moms: From Deepika Padukone to Athiya Shetty, actresses who celebrated their first Mother's Day
Mother's Day 2025 is a special occasion for several Bollywood actresses who are celebrating their first year as mothers. Deepika Padukone, Natasha Dalal, Athiya Shetty, Richa Chadha, Masaba Gupta, and Radhika Apte are among the stars marking this milestone after welcoming their first children in 2024. These new moms have shared their transformative experiences of motherhood, from heartwarming moments with their little ones to balancing family life with their professional careers. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Athiya Shetty: Embracing Motherhood with Joy Masaba Gupta: A Stylish Journey Into Motherhood Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Natasha Dalal: The Superhero Mom Deepika Padukone: A Life-Changing Journey Radhika Apte: A New Chapter in December 2024 Richa Chadha: A New Beginning with Zuneyra Mother's Day 2025 is set to be a memorable one for several Bollywood actresses who are celebrating the occasion for the first time as mothers. This year has been full of exciting new beginnings for these stars, who have embraced motherhood with joy, while also balancing their careers. Let's take a look at some of the leading ladies who will be marking their first Mother's Day in 2025, following the arrival of their little Shetty, who married cricketer K.L. Rahul, is marking her first Mother's Day with the birth of her daughter, Evaarah, in March 2025. Athiya has expressed how fulfilling motherhood feels, embracing her new role with father, Suniel Shetty, shared an emotional moment, describing holding his granddaughter as "life-changing." The Shetty family is thrilled to welcome the newest addition, and Athiya's fans are eager to see her navigate this new chapter in her designer and actress Masaba Gupta welcomed her daughter, Matara, on October 11, 2024, with her husband, Satyadeep Misra. Known for her bold and chic style, Masaba has continued to inspire her fans by seamlessly blending her personal and professional the challenges that come with new motherhood, Masaba has maintained her strong presence in the fashion world, even surprising audiences with her performance in Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story. Her dedication to both her family and career sets a beautiful example for modern-day Dalal, wife of actor Varun Dhawan, is also celebrating her first Mother's Day in 2025, after the birth of their daughter, Lara, on June 3, 2024. Varun has frequently praised Natasha, calling her a "superhero mom," and shared that he has learned a great deal about parenting from admiration for Natasha has only deepened since the arrival of their baby. Varun also reflected on how fatherhood has given him a newfound respect for his own mother, adding that he has gained a new perspective on the challenges of raising a Padukone, one of Bollywood's most beloved actresses, welcomed her daughter, Dua, on September 8, 2024, with husband Ranveer Singh. Deepika has openly shared how the experience of becoming a mother has transformed her life. She expressed how her priorities have shifted completely since Dua's actress also revealed that her daughter's name, 'Dua,' meaning prayer, reflects the immense joy and sense of purpose their little one has brought into their lives. Ranveer Singh, in a touching tribute to Deepika, called motherhood her "most beautiful role yet," acknowledging the depth of her new December 2024, actress Radhika Apte and her husband Benedict Taylor welcomed their first child, a baby girl. Radhika has been open about her experience, noting that while her pregnancy wasn't entirely unplanned, it still came as a shared a poignant moment on Instagram, showing herself attending a work meeting just one week after giving birth, with her newborn daughter by her side. This candid glimpse into her life reflects the real, unfiltered experience of being a new mother while juggling Chadha, alongside her husband Ali Fazal, became a mother to a beautiful baby girl named Zuneyra, born in July 2024. The actress has spoken about how motherhood has altered the dynamics of her life, with her daughter being the "boss" at home. Despite facing some postpartum challenges, Richa has found strength in her new role, celebrating the power and resilience of womanhood. Her candid discussions on motherhood have resonated with many new mothers, offering them a sense of year 2025 has seen many Bollywood stars embrace motherhood, each marking a unique journey. From first-time mothers to those expecting their second child, this Mother's Day is a celebration of the strength, resilience, and love that defines the journey of motherhood.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet Bollywood's newest moms: From Deepika Padukone to Athiya Shetty, actresses who celebrated their first Mother's Day
Athiya Shetty: Embracing Motherhood with Joy Masaba Gupta: A Stylish Journey Into Motherhood Natasha Dalal: The Superhero Mom Deepika Padukone: A Life-Changing Journey Radhika Apte: A New Chapter in December 2024 Richa Chadha: A New Beginning with Zuneyra Mother's Day 2025 is set to be a memorable one for several Bollywood actresses who are celebrating the occasion for the first time as mothers. This year has been full of exciting new beginnings for these stars, who have embraced motherhood with joy, while also balancing their careers. Let's take a look at some of the leading ladies who will be marking their first Mother's Day in 2025, following the arrival of their little Shetty, who married cricketer K.L. Rahul, is marking her first Mother's Day with the birth of her daughter, Evaarah, in March 2025. Athiya has expressed how fulfilling motherhood feels, embracing her new role with father, Suniel Shetty, shared an emotional moment, describing holding his granddaughter as "life-changing." The Shetty family is thrilled to welcome the newest addition, and Athiya's fans are eager to see her navigate this new chapter in her designer and actress Masaba Gupta welcomed her daughter, Matara, on October 11, 2024, with her husband, Satyadeep Misra. Known for her bold and chic style, Masaba has continued to inspire her fans by seamlessly blending her personal and professional the challenges that come with new motherhood, Masaba has maintained her strong presence in the fashion world, even surprising audiences with her performance in Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story. Her dedication to both her family and career sets a beautiful example for modern-day Dalal, wife of actor Varun Dhawan, is also celebrating her first Mother's Day in 2025, after the birth of their daughter, Lara, on June 3, 2024. Varun has frequently praised Natasha, calling her a "superhero mom," and shared that he has learned a great deal about parenting from admiration for Natasha has only deepened since the arrival of their baby. Varun also reflected on how fatherhood has given him a newfound respect for his own mother, adding that he has gained a new perspective on the challenges of raising a Padukone, one of Bollywood's most beloved actresses, welcomed her daughter, Dua, on September 8, 2024, with husband Ranveer Singh. Deepika has openly shared how the experience of becoming a mother has transformed her life. She expressed how her priorities have shifted completely since Dua's actress also revealed that her daughter's name, 'Dua,' meaning prayer, reflects the immense joy and sense of purpose their little one has brought into their lives. Ranveer Singh, in a touching tribute to Deepika, called motherhood her "most beautiful role yet," acknowledging the depth of her new December 2024, actress Radhika Apte and her husband Benedict Taylor welcomed their first child, a baby girl. Radhika has been open about her experience, noting that while her pregnancy wasn't entirely unplanned, it still came as a shared a poignant moment on Instagram, showing herself attending a work meeting just one week after giving birth, with her newborn daughter by her side. This candid glimpse into her life reflects the real, unfiltered experience of being a new mother while juggling Chadha, alongside her husband Ali Fazal, became a mother to a beautiful baby girl named Zuneyra, born in July 2024. The actress has spoken about how motherhood has altered the dynamics of her life, with her daughter being the "boss" at home. Despite facing some postpartum challenges, Richa has found strength in her new role, celebrating the power and resilience of womanhood. Her candid discussions on motherhood have resonated with many new mothers, offering them a sense of year 2025 has seen many Bollywood stars embrace motherhood, each marking a unique journey. From first-time mothers to those expecting their second child, this Mother's Day is a celebration of the strength, resilience, and love that defines the journey of motherhood.
