Malaika Arora discusses public scrutiny, gender bias, and dating after her divorce from Arbaaz Khan, highlighting unfair double standards.

Although Malaika Arora has frequently faced criticism head-on, her most recent analysis of post-divorce judgment delves deeply into the gender bias she claims to have endured for years. In a recent interview, the actor and TV personality talked openly about how the public’s perception of her personal life changed significantly following her breakup with Arbaaz Khan.

Early Professional Life and Prior to the Increase in Attention

Malaika had already established herself in the entertainment industry before her personal life became a popular topic of discussion on the internet. In her early twenties, she started working as an MTV VJ and soon rose to prominence as one of the channel’s most well-known personalities. She gained notoriety through modeling jobs, music videos, and her memorable role in Chaiyya Chaiyya in 1998. She married Arbaaz Khan that same year, becoming a youthful member of the famous Khan dynasty.

Also read : Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Cheeky Take on Her Intimate Wedding With Raj Nidimoru

She juggled being a mother, taking care of her family, and appearing in movies as a guest star, including the Dabangg series, for almost 20 years. However, the public discourse surrounding her life changed after the pair separated in 2017 after nearly 19 years of dating.

“Continually Criticized” for Decisions Made After Divorce

While Malaika’s dating life, particularly her relationship with Arjun Kapoor, came under constant scrutiny, Arbaaz ultimately started dating new people, first Giorgia Andriani and then cosmetics artist Sshura Khan. She was subjected to more criticism than her ex-husband, from remarks about their age difference to baseless moral policing.

“You are always being judged for being strong,” Malaika stated in an interview with Barkha Dutt for Mojo Story. These decisions will be made regardless. Because some of the men in my life have been so helpful and truly remarkable, I hold men in the highest regard and love.

“Today, if a man decides to move on – get a divorce, marry someone half his age — it’s like, ‘Wow, what a man!'” she continued, highlighting the unfair treatment women experience. However, a woman is asked, “Why would she do something like that?” when she does it. Is she not sensible? Stereotypes are ever-present.

Malaika Considers Marriage and Her Mother’s Guidance

Malaika also remembered talking to her mother about getting married young. “Go out there, enjoy your life, and please don’t marry the first guy you date,” she said, recalling her mother’s advice. The first man I ever dated ended up being my spouse. She was unable to comprehend my motivation for doing that.

She recalled the steadfast support she received in spite of her mother’s worries: “She said, ‘If you do that, how will you ever know what’s out there?'” And I said, “Now, Mom, relax.” However, she has always inspired us to dream big and live life to the fullest. She never prevented us from taking action.