In an interview with Hindustan Times, actor Soha Ali Khan talks about embracing her real self, how her mother Sharmila Tagore inspires her and more. Soha Ali Khan admits that the biggest roadblock in her journey of self-acceptance came early in her career. She credits her mother and actor Sharmila Tagore for helping her sail through it. The actor says her mother has taught her to accept beauty as it is instead of being part of the race to alter it. That is what Soha is teaching her daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu.
In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, Soha gets candid about looking up to her mother and actor Sharmila Tagore, who recently turned 80, to embrace her age, her journey of self-acceptance, getting associated with The PureSense Watermelon Glow Burst serum and more.
When it comes to her perspective towards beauty, Soha, who is a mother to Inaaya, 7, admits embracing parenthood changed it all.
How?
“ Motherhood has completely shifted my perspective on beauty and self-care. Before becoming a mother, I often focused on quick fixes or external appearances, but after having children, I began to realise that true beauty comes from nurturing yourself holistically—mentally, emotionally, and physically. It’s about feeling good in your own skin and prioritising your well-being, not just for the sake of appearance, but for your own peace of mind and strength. Being a mother has taught me that taking care of myself is essential, not just for me, but also for my family. Self-care is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity that allows me to show up as the best version of myself,” Soha shares.
On what beauty advice she gives to Inaaya
According to Soha, being a mother comes with a responsibility to instill the right approach towards beauty and self-acceptance in her kid.
“If I were to give my daughter advice about body image, self-acceptance, and societal standards, I would tell her that true beauty comes from within. It’s so easy to get caught up in what the world tells us we should look like, but those ideals are often fleeting and shallow,” Soha shares, adding, “I would encourage her to embrace her uniqueness and to understand that her worth is not tied to her”.
Concluding her thoughts, she says, “I would remind her that everybody is different, and that’s what makes each of us special. It’s about learning to love and care for your body, not because of how it looks, but because it’s the vessel that allows you to live your fullest life. Confidence comes from self-love and acceptance, and once you have that, nothing else matters.”