Karishma Tanna Reflects on Delaying Motherhood: “We Questioned If the World Was Ready for Another Child”

Actor Karishma Tanna recently opened up about one of the most intimate choices in her life—the decision to become a mother. Appearing on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi’s show Double Date, Karishma revealed that she and her husband, Varun Bangera, initially held back on having a baby due to global instability. Navigating everything from the COVID-19 pandemic to international conflicts, the couple questioned if it was truly the right moment to expand their family. Karishma and Varun have since welcomed a baby boy into their lives.

Reflecting on their thought process, Karishma shared that the decision wasn’t an easy one. She admitted that the couple spent a long time discussing whether they wanted to become parents amid everything happening around them, saying “I didn’t want a baby because I felt the world wasn’t ready for another child. There was COVID, there are wars happening, and so much uncertainty around us. We were genuinely confused about whether we should bring our baby into this world.”

Karishma added that despite their fears, they eventually chose to move forward with hope and optimism, saying “But then, finally, we decided, and we are here now. We just want the best for our baby.” This heartfelt confession offered a glimpse into the emotional conversations many couples have before taking the life-changing step of starting a family, especially in a world marked by uncertainty.

During the heartfelt conversation on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi’s Double Date, Karishma Tanna’s honest admission highlighted the emotional dilemmas that often accompany major life decisions. While global events initially made the couple question parenthood, they ultimately chose to embrace the journey with hope, saying their biggest wish now is to provide the best possible future for their child.

By Keerti Kadam