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The Star
4 days ago
- General
- The Star
Heart And Soul: More than just a cat
To the writer, her cat was more than just a pet, he was family. — Photo: Freepik Do you have any real-life, heart-warming stories to share with readers? We'd love to hear from you. Please keep your story within 900 words. Photos are optional and should be in JPEG format (file size about 1MB, with caption and photo credit). There is no payment for stories, and we reserve the right to edit all submissions. Email your story to: heartandsoul@ with the subject "Heart and Soul". I Knew he was mine the moment I looked into his eyes. Five years ago, in the northern Malaysian state of Perlis, I found a tiny, scrawny creature in a hospital drain. I brought him home, fearing the next downpour would sweep him away. He was only meant to stay one night. One night became a week. Though I told myself it was temporary, I named him. I even sent black cat name ideas to my best friends – but I'd already made my choice. He was Bagheera. My little black panther. No bigger than my palm, he nestled in my hands as I sang his name in a lullaby made up on the spot. At first, I told myself he'd stay until he could fend for himself. Then, I told myself I'd leave him behind once I was transferred back to my home state in southern Malaysia. But when the time came, I realised I'd been lying all along. I couldn't leave him – no more than I could carve out my own heart and leave it behind. Bagheera never left my side. As I moved around the country for work, training to be a psychiatrist, from one hospital to another – he followed. My shadow. My little spitfire in black fur. He slept on my legs – unless he was sulking in the laundry basket after being told off. He knew I'd always come to apologise. He arrived at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, when I was 800 kilometres from home, working relentless shifts. The isolation was crushing. He saved my sanity. Later, he saved my life – during a time when bullying at work pushed me to the brink. I stayed alive for him. He was my warmth, my anchor – my reason. When I was offered a job in London, it wasn't easy to leave him behind – him and his sibling, Aarav. I couldn't find a rental that allowed pets. It took time to find a vet I trusted enough to leave my children with. Eventually, I did – kind, careful, thorough. Bagheera spent the final year of his life living at the vet's practice while I made plans for our reunion. That year, he was diagnosed with feline bronchial asthma. The vet assured me it was manageable. Still, as a doctor and a mother, I worried – reading journals, calculating risks. But mortality rates were low. I took comfort in that. Until Friday, June 27. At 3.40am British time, a text came through: 'Are you awake?' My phone had been on Do Not Disturb. I shouldn't have woken. But I did. I replied: yes. An hour later, the phone rang. The vet didn't say hello. He said, 'Bad news.' By the time my mind restarted, he had already finished – in Tamil: 'Bagheera is dead.' I hung up. By 9am, I was buying plane tickets – obscenely expensive – planning my journey home. I flew 22,000 kilometres in 24 hours, just to say goodbye. To cradle him one last time. Some asked, 'For a cat?' I said, 'A family member died.' And that was the truth. This isn't just a story about a cat. It's about the kind of love that saves us – and the kind of grief we're asked to hide.
India.com
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
The boy in this photo is from family of superstars, father's net worth is Rs 2700 crore, but he washes utensils due to...
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has a fan following in the crores. These days, there's a growing buzz among his fans about the actor's 22-year-old son, Aarav. Unlike many other star kids, Aarav prefers to stay away from the limelight – a trait that has only heightened public curiosity about Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna's beloved son. Interestingly, Aarav is rarely seen at Bollywood parties and is not very active on social media either. However, he does have several fan accounts where admirers are captivated by his looks and height – often referring to him as the junior 'Khiladi'. What does Akshay Kumar's son Aarav do? At 22, Aarav has taken a different path from his famous lineage, choosing a grounded and independent lifestyle while pursuing a fashion designing course in London. While Akshay Kumar's net worth stands at approximately Rs 2700 crore, his son has happily embraced a simpler way of living – shopping from thrift stores and handling household chores on his own. Yes, that's true. As mentioned in the Economic Times, Aarav left home at the age of 15. After attending Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai, he graduated from United World College in Singapore before settling in London. He doesn't rely on staff for his daily chores as he prefers to cook his own meals, wash his own clothes and utensils. Not many know, Aarav believes in sustainable living, wearing pre-owned clothes.
News18
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
This Bollywood Actor Is Worth Rs 2,700 Crore. But His Son Has Turned Down The Limelight
Last Updated: Despite his family's wealth and Bollywood legacy, Akshay Kumar's son Aarav Bhatia leads an independent life in London, studying fashion and embracing simplicity As soon as people acquire some wealth, they often indulge in a luxurious lifestyle for themselves and their children. Bollywood's Khiladi, Akshay Kumar, provides a refreshing example to the contrary. Despite owning assets worth over Rs 2,700 crore, his son Aarav leads a modest life, buying second-hand clothes, cooking his own meals, and even washing the dishes. Aarav's Independence And Career Choices If anyone else had made these claims, they might have been met with scepticism. However, Akshay Kumar himself has openly shared these details. Aarav Bhatia, aged 22, is determined to forge his own path instead of joining Bollywood, despite his illustrious lineage. He is currently studying fashion design in London, pursuing a career quite different from the acting legacies of his maternal grandfather Rajesh Khanna, maternalgrandmother Dimple Kapadia, father Akshay Kumar, and mother Twinkle Khanna. Early Life And Education Aarav left home at the age of 15 and now lives independently in London, managing all his household chores. Akshay Kumar revealed that Aarav cooks his own food and washes the dishes regularly. Rather than buying branded clothes, he often shops from London's street markets and prefers second-hand garments. Aarav's education journey began at Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai, continued with graduation from United World College in Singapore, and is currently focused on fashion design studies in London. A Low-Profile Life Away From Bollywood Glamour Unlike many celebrity children who frequent high-profile parties and public events, Aarav keeps a low profile, rarely appearing on social media or in the public eye. Despite his family's ability to afford a lavish lifestyle, Aarav handles his own laundry and daily chores. Akshay Kumar has stated that Aarav has no interest in pursuing a Bollywood career, instead planning to make his mark in the fashion industry. Aarav has long shown an interest in martial arts and creative pursuits but remains firm in his decision to avoid following the family's footsteps into the film industry. Though he has occasionally been spotted at social gatherings and has been compared to his grandfather Rajesh Khanna on social media, Aarav remains resolute in his choice to build an independent life away from Bollywood. 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
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Akshay Kumar has networth of Rs 2,700 crore but son buys second-hand clothes, cooks own food, washes utensils
Synopsis Aarav Bhatia, son of Bollywood star Akshay Kumar and author Twinkle Khanna, leads a remarkably grounded life despite his family's ₹2700 crore net worth. Living in London since the age of 15, Aarav handles his own cooking, cleaning, and laundry, and prefers shopping at thrift stores as part of his minimalist lifestyle. Unlike many celebrity children, he stays away from the limelight and has no interest in joining the film industry, instead focusing on a career in fashion design. Aarav Bhatia, Son of Akshay Kumar, Lives Without Luxury Despite Star Lineage Despite being the child of one of Bollywood's most successful actors, Aarav Bhatia, son of Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, has consciously distanced himself from the glitz of the film industry. At 22, Aarav has taken a different path from his famous lineage, opting for a grounded and independent lifestyle while pursuing fashion design in London. His father, Akshay Kumar, whose reported net worth stands at approximately Rs 2700 crore, has openly shared how his son prefers a minimalist lifestyle, shopping from thrift stores and handling household chores on his Khanna has previously revealed that Aarav left home at the age of 15 to continue his education overseas. After attending Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai, he graduated from United World College in Singapore before settling in London. There, he currently studies fashion design. While many other celebrity children are often seen at parties or red carpet events, Aarav maintains a low profile, rarely making public appearances or engaging with social media. Akshay Kumar, during a past interaction, spoke about how his son does not rely on staff for day-to-day tasks. According to him, Aarav cooks his own meals, washes his clothes and utensils, and consciously avoids wasteful consumption. His preference for pre-owned clothing stems from his belief in sustainable living—a stance that stands in stark contrast to the luxury his family can easily this year, Aarav made headlines when he was seen attending Huma Qureshi's Eid party. Dressed in a modest black bandhgala and white pyjamas, Aarav's appearance drew widespread attention on social media, with many praising his grace and composure. His striking resemblance to his maternal grandfather, the legendary Rajesh Khanna, also became a point of discussion online, with users calling him 'Rajesh Khanna's lookalike.' He was accompanied by his cousin Simar Bhatia, dispelling speculations around his speculation around Aarav's potential Bollywood debut continues to surface from time to time, both his parents have consistently clarified that he has no interest in pursuing an acting career. Akshay Kumar has mentioned on several occasions that Aarav is focused on building a future in fashion and has never been inclined toward films. From a young age, his interests leaned more toward martial arts and creative pursuits. Aarav holds black belts in disciplines like Goju Ryu Karate and Kudo and has won a national gold medal in Judo, but even these achievements have remained personal milestones rather than media mature and private lifestyle has earned admiration online. Fans appreciate his choice to stay away from extravagance despite being the grandson of Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia and the son of Akshay Kumar, one of India's highest-paid actors.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar has networth of Rs 2,700 crore but son buys second-hand clothes, cooks own food, washes utensils
Despite being the child of one of Bollywood's most successful actors, Aarav Bhatia, son of Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, has consciously distanced himself from the glitz of the film industry. At 22, Aarav has taken a different path from his famous lineage, opting for a grounded and independent lifestyle while pursuing fashion design in London. His father, Akshay Kumar, whose reported net worth stands at approximately Rs 2700 crore, has openly shared how his son prefers a minimalist lifestyle, shopping from thrift stores and handling household chores on his own. Moved Abroad at 15, Lives Independently Twinkle Khanna has previously revealed that Aarav left home at the age of 15 to continue his education overseas. After attending Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai, he graduated from United World College in Singapore before settling in London. There, he currently studies fashion design. While many other celebrity children are often seen at parties or red carpet events, Aarav maintains a low profile, rarely making public appearances or engaging with social media. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Others Data Analytics MCA CXO Degree Technology Data Science MBA healthcare Artificial Intelligence Project Management Healthcare Leadership Design Thinking Operations Management Management Public Policy Finance Digital Marketing Product Management Data Science others PGDM Cybersecurity Skills you'll gain: Duration: 28 Weeks MICA CERT-MICA SBMPR Async India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 16 Weeks Indian School of Business CERT-ISB Transforming HR with Analytics & AI India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 months IIM Lucknow SEPO - IIML CHRO India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Exec Cert Prog in AI for Biz India Starts on undefined Get Details Akshay Kumar, during a past interaction, spoke about how his son does not rely on staff for day-to-day tasks. According to him, Aarav cooks his own meals, washes his clothes and utensils, and consciously avoids wasteful consumption. His preference for pre-owned clothing stems from his belief in sustainable living—a stance that stands in stark contrast to the luxury his family can easily afford. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo Earlier this year, Aarav made headlines when he was seen attending Huma Qureshi's Eid party. Dressed in a modest black bandhgala and white pyjamas, Aarav's appearance drew widespread attention on social media, with many praising his grace and composure. His striking resemblance to his maternal grandfather, the legendary Rajesh Khanna, also became a point of discussion online, with users calling him 'Rajesh Khanna's lookalike.' He was accompanied by his cousin Simar Bhatia, dispelling speculations around his companion. No Plans for Bollywood Debut While speculation around Aarav's potential Bollywood debut continues to surface from time to time, both his parents have consistently clarified that he has no interest in pursuing an acting career. Akshay Kumar has mentioned on several occasions that Aarav is focused on building a future in fashion and has never been inclined toward films. From a young age, his interests leaned more toward martial arts and creative pursuits. Aarav holds black belts in disciplines like Goju Ryu Karate and Kudo and has won a national gold medal in Judo, but even these achievements have remained personal milestones rather than media spectacles. Aarav's mature and private lifestyle has earned admiration online. Fans appreciate his choice to stay away from extravagance despite being the grandson of Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia and the son of Akshay Kumar, one of India's highest-paid actors.
