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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Fardeen Khan opens up about giving up alcohol, sought professional help to get sober: ‘I started drinking at a young age, it was interfering with my life'
After taking a long break from films, Fardeen Khan decided to resume his acting career during the second lockdown at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. In a recent interaction, the actor recalled that although he was eager to return to films, he didn't know where to begin, having been away from the industry for such a long time. Adding to the challenge was the fact that he had put on some weight and was at 102 kgs during his hiatus. Speaking about the same to Cyrus Broacha on his YouTube channel, he said, 'I knew I had to get in a certain shape. I was 102 or 103 kgs at my heaviest and not muscle — just good old body fat.' Fardeen admitted that he worked on himself in trying to get healthy. 'Last week I was 78 kgs. I lost 25 kgs,' he shared. He then spoke about his sobriety and shared that he gave up drinking in 2020 and sought professional help to do so as his drinking was starting to interfere with his life. 'I was at a stage where I just didn't feel myself. I became sober in 2020 and I stopped alcohol in one go. I needed to stop, it was interfering with my life. I took professional help to stop and it was the best decision I have made in my life. I started drinking very, very young so this was the first time the brain fog lifted,' he shared. In an earlier interaction, Fardeen had shared that he took a 14-year-long break from acting to focus on family. He moved to London to be with his wife, Natasha Madhvani, as the couple was facing some challenges in having children. After becoming a father to a daughter and a son, the actor decided to extend his break to spend more time with his kids. Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, he said, 'We were having challenges having children, and that's when we decided to take the IVF route. That's why I needed to take some time off. It wasn't meant to be this long. I thought only for a few years… get everything settled, but things didn't happen that way. Then, when my daughter was born, my heart melted, and I thought, let's spend some time with her.' Apart from Heeramandi, Fardeen has also starred in films like Khel Khel Mein, Visfot, and the recently released Housefull 5. He also has the Kannada film The Devil in the pipeline.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive - Krystle D'Souza calls her mom the ultimate ‘Momager'; says, "Her unwavering support gave me the strength to keep moving forward'
Krystle D'Souza, widely appreciated for her impactful performances in projects like Fittrat , Visfot and TV shows like EK Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai continues to win hearts with her talent and presence. While fans excitedly anticipate her next project First Copy with Munawar Faruqui, the guiding force behind her personal and professional growth remains constant—her mother, who continues to be her pillar of strength beyond the limelight. This Mother's Day, Krystle shares her love, gratitude, and the memories that remind her just how much her mother's strength and presence have meant in her life. Opening up about the bond they share, Krystle shares, 'My bond with my mom is foundational. She's the base of my life—everything I've built stands on her strength, love, and support. No matter what life throws at me, her presence keeps me grounded. She's not just my guide; she's the reason I had the courage to start my journey.' Operation Sindoor Amid flare-up hours after thaw, officials say things will settle down with time Ceasefire on, but pressure stays: Key decisions by India against Pak that still stand 'Will work with India & Pakistan to seek solution on Kashmir': Trump She goes on to reflect on the powerful life lessons her mother passed on to her. Krystle says, 'My mom taught me that strength doesn't always have to be loud. Watching her balance a demanding career, manage our home, and still make time for us showed me what real resilience looks like. She never made it seem like a burden—she made it look possible and graceful. She showed me that you can be fully committed to your work and still be deeply present for the people you love.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo One quality that stands out the most to Krystle is her mother's unshakeable calm. She shares, 'The quality I admire most in my mom is her patience and calm. Even in the middle of chaos—deadlines, responsibilities, and endless tasks—she never lost her composure. She listens with her heart, gives selflessly, and handles everything with incredible grace. That beautiful balance between ambition and compassion is something I hope to embody one day. ' Speaking about how her mother supported her in her acting career , Krystle fondly recalls, 'My mom has been my biggest cheerleader and the ultimate 'momager.' From managing my invoices and chasing payments to organizing my schedule, she's done it all. In the early days, she would come with me to every shoot and sit in the makeup room for hours, just to make sure I was okay. Her unwavering support during the toughest times gave me the strength to keep moving forward.' Reminiscing about one of her most treasured childhood moments, Krystle adds, 'One memory that will always stay with me is from my childhood—she came home late from work, visibly tired, but still sat beside me to help with a school project. She made me feel like nothing else in the world mattered more in that moment. Back then, I wondered how she managed it all, and now I know—it was love in its purest form. That moment taught me what it truly means to show up for someone you love. ' Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fardeen Khan wishes mother Sundri: Your journey has been my greatest teacher
Picture Credit: Facebook As his mother turned a-year-older, actor Fardeen Khan expressed his deep admiration for his mother's strength, resilience, and creative journey. He credits her as his greatest inspiration, teacher and the source of all the goodness in him. Fardeen took to Instagram, where he shared an adorable picture featuring him, his mother and sister Laila. He wrote: "Ma, Laila and I just want to say how incredibly proud we are of you - for never giving up on your passion, and for continuing to create and grow on your own terms. Watching you build your clothesline, and now getting ready for your exhibition, fills us with so much pride and joy." Fardeen said he will never forget his mother's "beginnings." "How life forced you to start from scratch. I was there. I saw it all - the quiet courage and dignity with which you reclaimed your worth and your voice. Your journey has been my greatest teacher. From you, I've learned what love really means - deep, forgiving, and unwavering." He added: "And I've seen the strength it takes to forgive, to heal, and to rise again with grace. You are my strength, my constant, and my truest inspiration. If there's anything good in me, Ma, it's because of you. With all my heart, Fardeen." Fardeen is the son of Sundri and late actor-filmmaker Feroz Khan. He marked his return to acting with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar". His last big screen outing was with "Dulha Mil Gaya", which released in 2010. "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar" told the story about the lives of tawaifs in the red-light district of Heera Mandi in Lahore during the Indian independence movement against the British Empire. It also stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari , Richa Chadha, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Sharmin Segal Mehta and Taha Shah Badussha. He was then seen in "Visfot," a crime thriller by Kookie Gulati. The film stars Riteish Deshmukh and Fardeen Khan with Priya Bapat and Krystle D'Souza. Fardeen's latest release on the big screen was "Khel Khel Mein", a comedy drama by Mudassar Aziz. Based on the 2016 Italian film Perfect Strangers, the film stars Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, Vaani Kapoor, Ammy Virk, Aditya Seal and Pragya Jaiswal. Fardeen will next be seen in the comedy film "Housefull 5", which is scheduled to be released in June 2025, alongside actors like Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Abhishek Bachchan, Dino Morea, Nana Patekar, Shreyas Talpade, Nargis Fakhri, Chunky Panday, Jackie Shroff, and others. Best Hindi Movies | Best Tamil Movies | Best Telugu Movies | Best english Movies | Best Malayalam Movies |
