Neelam Kothari Opens Up About Divorce and Identity Crisis

Neelam Kothari's Vulnerable Moment

In a recent episode of Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, actor Neelam Kothari shared a deeply personal moment with director-producer Ekta Kapoor, discussing her first marriage to Rishi Sethia and their subsequent divorce.

Facing Identity Challenges

Neelam spoke about the circumstances that led to her divorce, detailing how she faced pressure to change aspects of her life after moving abroad. "I was told to wear Indian clothes, give up non-veg and alcohol. I was fine with everything," she explained. However, she reached a point where she questioned her identity.

Her Daughter's Discovery

During the episode, Neelam expressed her dismay about how her daughter Ahana found out about her divorce. Ahana confronted her, saying, "Mumma, you never told me you were divorced." Neelam's reaction was one of shock; she was stumped and left without words.

Ahana revealed that during a Google search, her friends discovered the news of Neelam's divorce, leading to an emotional conversation between mother and daughter. This revelation marked a significant moment in Neelam's journey to reclaim her identity.

Love After Divorce

Following her divorce from Sethia, Neelam found love again and married actor Sameer Soni in 2011. They later adopted Ahana in 2013, marking a new chapter in their lives.