Who is Gautami Kapoor? Ram Kapoor's wife faces backlash for saying she considered gifting 16-year-old daughter a 'sex toy'

Time of India

2 days ago

Indian actress Gautami Kapoor, who is well-known for her parts in hit TV series and movies, has been in the center of a social media uproar lately. She, who is married to actor Ram Kapoor, caused a lot of controversy when she admitted in an interview that she had once thought of giving her 16-year-old daughter a sex toy. Although she said this months ago, the video has gone viral once again. Her comment immediately generated both support and criticism on the internet. In addition to sparking discussions on parenting and sexual knowledge in India, the comment catapulted Gautami's personal life and career back into the spotlight. If you don't know who she is and what she said, we have got you covered.
What Gautami Kapoor said about wanting to gift her daughter a sex toy
In May, Gautami Kapoor had spoken to media portal Hauterrfly about wanting to gift her 16-year-old daughter a 'sex toy.
She had said, "When my daughter turned 16, I was thinking about gifting her a sex toy or a vibrator. When I discussed with her, and she responded, 'Mom, have you lost it?' I told her to think about how many mothers would come and ask their daughters why don't I give you such gifts? Why not experiment?.
Best Feminist Mother of the Year Award goes to Gautami Kapoor pic.twitter.com/2GNZBIbdgd
She went on to add, 'What my mom didn't do with me, I want to do with my daughter. I want her to experience everything. A lot of women go through life without experiencing the pleasures of it. Why be in that situation? Today, my daughter is 19 and appreciates the fact that I had that thought and respects me for that.'
While the video is months old, it was reposted by some users on X and Reddit, which reignited discussion around it.
Who is Gautami Kapoor?
Gautami Kapoor is an Indian actress who started her career as a model and made her acting debut in the Marathi film Bindhast (1999). She rose to prominence with Ghar Ek Mandir and later appeared in popular shows such as Kehta Hai Dil, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, and Parvarrish – Season 2. Her film work includes titles like Fanaa, Student of the Year, and Satyameva Jayate 2, as well as web series like Special OPS and Gyaarah Gyaarah.
In 2003, she married actor Ram Kapoor, whom she met on the sets of Ghar Ek Mandir after a period of living together. The couple has two children, Sia and Aks.
The Internet's reaction to Gautami's sex toy comment
When the video went viral, it stirred a mix of reactions. Some commended Gautami for bravely addressing a subject that is often considered taboo, viewing her comments as a step toward breaking stigmas and encouraging open dialogue on important issues. Others, however, criticised her, arguing that her views contradicted the cultural values and traditional teachings of the country. They felt such topics should not be discussed publicly, especially in an interview, and considered her remarks inappropriate. The incident quickly became a flashpoint for debate, highlighting the ongoing tension between progressive and conservative perspectives in society.
What do you think about Gautami's comment?