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Rubina Dilaik shares how motherhood influenced her career: "When we get on to shows like Khatron Ke Khiladi..."
TV star Rubina Dilaik reveals how becoming a mother made her fearless and has not slowed down her career.
Actor Rubina Dilaik is gearing up for her stint with Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. and the actor says motherhood has brought a major shift in the way she approaches both life and her career. A mother to twin daughters, Dilaik shared that becoming a parent has only strengthened her desire to take on new challenges and push herself beyond conventional expectations.
Rubina Dilaik on stereotyping actresses in industry
Speaking to PTI about stereotypes surrounding women in the entertainment industry, Rubina said female actors are often boxed into limited portrayals. “It is expected of us to wear saris, sing songs, be dreamy, and play the damsel in distress. But when we get on to shows like 'Khatron Ke Khiladi', we not only surprise others but also ourselves. What people think we might not have, we secretly do,” she said.
Reflecting on how motherhood has transformed her personally, Rubina revealed that it has given her a new sense of courage and confidence. “If you ask me what has changed after becoming a mother, I would say fearlessness. The moment a woman becomes a mother, she embodies a divine power. That fearlessness reflects in the questions you ask, the way you interact, and your approach towards life and career,” she added.
Balancing career and motherhood
The former Bigg Boss contestant also opened up about the emotional and practical challenges of balancing work with motherhood. She admitted that becoming a mother has intensified her fears, especially when it comes to her daughters. “I've become a mother, and my fears have amplified for the sake of my daughters. How that fear works for or against me is something we'll discover through the show,” she said.
The actor further stressed the importance of support systems for working women. “After becoming a mother, your life is divided between pursuing your dreams and building a future for your children. If you choose to work certain hours, that should be accepted. Women should not have to seek permission for that-we should be able to ask for that space authoritatively,” she said.
About Khatron Ke Khiladi 15
Hosted by filmmaker Rohit Shetty, Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is currently being filmed in Cape Town, South Africa. The season features contestants including Karan Wahi, Rithvik Dhanjani, Gaurav Khanna, Jasmin Bhasin, Vishal Aditya Singh, Avika Gor, Farrhana Bhatt, Avinash Mishra, Shagun Sharma, Orry, and Harsh Gujral apart from Rubina.
