Bond Beyond Blood: Inspiring Bollywood Stories of Celebrities Who Adopted with Pride
Embracing adoption as a powerful expression of parenthood, there is a world full of love beyond biological ties including many Bollywood celebrities. From single parents to couples, there are stars with open their hearts and homes to children in need giving them a life with opportunities. These heartwarming and inspiring stories are challenging stereotypes and redefining what means to be a family. Here are some beloved Bollywood celebrities who chose to adopt and proved that families made by love, not blood.
Sushmita Sen
Former miss universe Sushmita Sen has been a single mother adopting her first daughter Renee just an age of 24 in 2000. Alisah, her second daughter was adopted in 2010. Raising both her daughters with grace and independence, her parenting journey is filled with wisdom, love and empowerment.
Mithun Chakraborty
Mithun Chakraborty adopted a girl named Dishani Chakraborty, who was found abandoned near a roadside. Drinking her home, he raised her along with his biological children and serves as one of the most touching examples of humanity and fatherhood from the Bollywood industry.
Neelam Kothari and Sameer Soni
Actress Neelam Kothari and actor-director Sameer Soni adopted a baby girl named Ahana after 3 years of their marriage. Keeping their baby girl away from the limelight, they chose a grounded upbringing while celebrating every milestone as a family together. Often expressed by Sameer, the adoption of the child gave him a purpose beyond work and fame.
Salim Khan
Legendary screenwriter Salim Khan father to Alvira Khan and actors Salman Khan, Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan adopted Arpita Khan giving her a life, full of love, dignity, and acceptance. without a distinction between the kids, whether adopted or biological, Arpita has always remained one of the most cherished members of the Khan family and has an unbreakable bond with her brothers.
Subhash Ghai
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai adopted his younger brother, biological daughter Meghna. Keeping his personal life private, he took a quiet decision to adopt Meghna and provide for her with a sense of responsibility and love.
Satish Kaushik
Late actor director, Satish Kaushik adopted a girl named Vanshika at 56 years of age. He raised fatherhood with joy and energy as reflected by their bond in interviews and public appearances. Before passing away, he often posted heartfelt messages for his daughter.
Raveena Tandon
Raveena Tandon adopted two baby girls, Pooja and Chhaya at just the age of 21 long before she got married in the 90s. Proudly raising them as a single parent, she later got married to Anil Thadani and gave birth to two more children. Maintaining a strong bond with all of her four kids, she’s often credited to adopt and gracefully nurture the daughters at such a young age.
Mandira Bedi
Mandira Bedi adopted a four year old girl and named her Tara Bedi Kaushal in 2000. Post the death of her husband, Raj Kaushal in 2021, she has balanced single motherhood with strength and grace. Alongside Tara, she has also raised her biological son Vir with equal love and shared glimpse of her joyful moments on social media with her children.
Sunny Leone
Sunny Leone and her husband, Daniel Webber adopted a 21 month old girl from Maharashtra, naming her Nisha Kaur Weber and later gave birth to twin boys, Noah and Asher. Despite being trolled, she remained firm and proud of her choice and frequently shares heartfelt moments with her children.
Kunal Kohli
Director Kunal Kohli and his wife Ravina adopted a baby girl Radha. Without letting this news come into the limelight about their adoption, they chose a private and nurturing parenting path. Occasionally sharing moments with the family on social media, the former calls adoption a beautiful journey.
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