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Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amala Paul: ‘I got pregnant at a time when I didn't know what to do with my life'
Amala Paul, who tied the knot with Jagat Desai in 2023, welcomed a baby boy in 2024. This was a time when Amala was going through a tough phase and didn't know how to reconnect with herself. However, her unexpected pregnancy helped her find herself. Speaking to JWF Binge, Amala said, 'I got pregnant at a time when I didn't know what to do with my life. But that experience gave me a sense of direction and made me a better person. Everything became about that little life inside me. I didn't know where the 'me' went– but I liked it.' Amala Paul said that she and her partner, Jagat Desai, had been together for just a few months when she found out about her pregnancy. 'Marriage came later,' she said. Amala also shared that her husband Jagat came as the biggest blessing in her life. Also Read | Fans spot a tear in Urvashi Rautela's black gown worth Rs 61 lakh at Cannes: 'First Indian actress to wear a torn dress to Cannes' Her struggles began in 2020–21, when she lost her father and faced the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. During that period, she even experienced symptoms resembling borderline schizophrenia—coinciding with her role in a Hindi series where she portrayed a character with the same condition. 'I was forgetting the names of my own family members. The stress was that intense,' she recalled. Eventually, the actress embarked on a solo journey across Bali, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and London, where she came to a powerful realization—the importance of reconnecting with oneself. 'You can't rely on others to rescue you. You have to find your own way,' she shared.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Amala Paul says husband Jagat didn't know she was an actor when they were dating; only found out after her pregnancy
Actor Amala Paul recently revealed that her husband Jagat Desai didn't know she was an actor when they were dating. While accepting the Critics Award for Best Actress at JFW Movie Awards, she made the surprising revelation that her husband only found out how famous she was after she was pregnant. (Also Read: Amala Paul, Jagat Desai reveal son Ilai's face on Onam; see pics) OnManorama translated what she said in Tamil as: 'Jagat and I met in Goa, though he's Gujarati, he settled there. I told him I was from Kerala, but he wasn't someone who watched many south Indian films. I didn't tell him I was an actor and gave him access to a private Instagram account. Later, I found out that I was pregnant, and we married soon after.' During her pregnancy, Jagat began exploring her work and was 'astonished' to know about her fame. 'When I was at home expecting our child, he started watching my films one by one. He enjoys watching award shows, so seeing me receive awards, walk the red carpet, and speak on stage really astonished him,' she said. Jagat also reportedly asked her when he could watch 'one of these red carpets live' and at that stage, she told him she had 'no idea'. After announcing Amala's pregnancy in January 2024, the couple shared in June of the same year that they had a baby boy they named Ilai. Amala began her career in 2009 with the Malayalam film Neelathamara and the 2010 Tamil film Veerasekaran as Anakha. Director Samy had suggested she change her screen name due to Amala Akkineni. However, after her 2011 film Sindhu Samaveli tanked, she decided to use her birth name. In 2024, she starred in the Malayalam films Aadujeevitham – The Goat Life and Level Cross. She is now shooting for Dvija.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amala Paul says she hid her stardom from husband Jagat during early days of their relationship
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Amala Paul recently opened up about the early days of her relationship with her husband Jagat — and how he didn't even know she was a popular actress. 'We met in Goa' 'Jagat and I met in Goa,' Amala shared during her acceptance speech during an award event that happened recently. Actress Amala Paul allegedly denied entry to Kerala temple: 'Sad and disappointing that religious discrimination still exists' 'Even though he's Gujarati and settled in Goa, he wasn't familiar with many South Indian films. Operation Sindoor Conflict widens, India targets Lahore, Pindi, Karachi after foiling multiple Pakistani attacks Army foils Pakistan's attempts to send swarm drones across LoC Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list I just told him I was from Kerala.'She deliberately chose not to disclose her identity as an actress during the initial phase of their bond. 'I didn't tell him I was an actress. I gave him access to a private Instagram account,' she revealed, as reported by On Manorama. 'While I was at home expecting our child, he started watching my films one by one' The couple's journey took a new turn when Amala found out she was pregnant. 'Later, I found out I was pregnant, and we got married soon after,' she shared. It was only during this time that Jagat began exploring her body of work. 'While I was at home expecting our child, he started watching my films one by one. He enjoys watching award shows, so seeing me receive awards, walk the red carpet , and speak on stage really astonished him.' She remembered one particular moment that highlighted his growing admiration: 'He asked me, 'When can I watch one of these red carpet events live?'' Amala smiled and added, 'Honestly, I had no clue at the time — even 'Level Cross' hadn't come out yet. But I told him, 'Very soon, it will happen.' And look at us now.' 'I'm truly grateful to God for this moment' Ending her speech on a heartfelt note, Amala expressed deep appreciation for those who supported her journey. 'I'm truly grateful to God for this moment. I also owe heartfelt thanks to Arfaz Ayub, the director of 'Level Cross' — he's still working tirelessly for the film. The shoot wasn't without its challenges, but every bit of it has been worthwhile.' On the work front, Amala Paul's previous Malayalam outing was the Asif Ali starrer 'Level Cross'.
