Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan recently shared candid insights into her personal life, revealing she once wanted to marry at 23 but now appreciates tying the knot at 40, alongside discussing her successful foray into YouTube vlogging.
Her Mother’s Advice on Early Marriage
In a recent YouTube vlog with influencer Apoorva Mukhija, Farah Khan opened up about her youthful desire to get married at just 23. She recounted how shocked she was when Apoorva, also 23, mentioned considering marriage.
Farah’s immediate reaction was to advise against it. She revealed that her own mother strongly opposed her marrying young, even threatening to disown her. At the time, Farah saw her mother’s stance as an obstacle, jokingly calling her a “dushman.”
Grateful for a Later-Life Marriage
Looking back, Farah is incredibly thankful she waited. She shared that marrying around the age of 40 brought her immense happiness, along with three beautiful children and a loving husband, filmmaker Shirish Kunder.
Farah and Shirish’s marriage made headlines due to their eight-year age difference, with Farah being older. Shirish, an editor who debuted as a director with “Jaan-E-Mann,” met Farah when she directed “Main Hoon Na.”
Farah emphasized that there’s “no date to get married,” suggesting that personal growth is key. She believes that waiting allowed her to be more settled and content in her relationship and life.
The Unexpected Shift to YouTube
The conversation also delved into Farah’s surprising pivot from directing big Bollywood films to creating YouTube vlogs. She admitted to enjoying the vlogging process immensely, especially its quicker turnaround compared to films.
Farah explained that the long wait times for actors’ dates and the intense two-year commitment for movies caused her significant anxiety. Despite public perception, even famous personalities experience stress, she noted.
After receiving several YouTube offers, Farah agreed on one condition: it had to be her own unique concept, not a celebrity talk show. This led to her popular cooking vlogs featuring her cook, Dilip, which unexpectedly became a massive hit.
The Joys and Rewards of Vlogging
The YouTube channel quickly gained traction, earning both silver and gold buttons. Farah found immense joy and balance in her new routine. Vlogging allows her to have a life outside work, spending time with her kids, watching movies, and traveling.
She also highlighted the vast reach of YouTube, noting that her vlogs are enjoyed by a diverse audience, from high-profile individuals to everyday people like watchmen and drivers. Farah also openly admitted the unexpected financial success of her vlogs.
- Farah Khan initially wanted to marry at 23 but now values marrying at 40, attributing her happiness and stability to it.
- She found relief from the stresses of Bollywood filmmaking by pivoting to successful cooking vlogs on YouTube.
- YouTube has provided her with a better work-life balance, a wider fanbase, and unexpected financial benefits.
Farah’s journey underscores the idea that life plans can evolve for the better, leading to unforeseen joys and successes, all delivered with her signature humor, even making guests do the dishes!
