‘Everything was triggering me… Aansu nikal jaate’: Kiara Advani on how Sidharth Malhotra helped her with postpartum struggles

Kiara Advani recently opened up about the emotional challenges she faced during her postpartum journey, offering a candid glimpse into life after motherhood. As the actress prepares for her highly anticipated film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups alongside Yash, Kiara reflected on the intense personal transformation that followed childbirth. She shared how the early months brought unexpected emotional struggles, self-doubt, and a profound shift in identity. With unwavering support from husband Sidharth Malhotra, Kiara navigated the difficult phase while learning to embrace change, shedding light on the often-unspoken realities of postpartum mental health.

Kiara Advani on postpartum struggles

Kiara Advani opened up about her postpartum journey in a conversation with Raj Shamani on his Figuring Out podcast. Reflecting on that deeply personal chapter, she revealed that the transition brought a profound identity shift, leaving her navigating unfamiliar emotions for several months before she could fully process the changes in her life. The actress described the postpartum period as an entirely new world, where understanding her own emotional state took both time and patience.



Kiara explained that it was nearly six months before she consciously began to prioritise herself and acknowledge her own needs. Having spent much of her life focusing on others, motherhood became a turning point that encouraged her to reconnect with herself on a deeper level. She described this newfound self-awareness as one of the most meaningful transformations to emerge from the experience, allowing her to nurture her own emotional well-being alongside her new responsibilities.

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Kiara Advani on Sidharth Malhotra

The actress also credited Sidharth Malhotra for being a constant source of strength during this vulnerable phase. Despite managing his demanding professional commitments, Sidharth made thoughtful efforts to ensure Kiara felt supported. During emotionally overwhelming days, when even small moments could trigger tears, he remained present and attentive.

Kiara recalled that while Sidharth was occupied with film promotions, he would still visit her late at night after work while she stayed at her mother’s home. Following medical advice, he also introduced a simple yet comforting nightly ritual of taking her out for short drives. These quiet outings offered Kiara much-needed fresh air, emotional relief, and a temporary escape from the exhausting routine of early motherhood.

Kiara and Sidharth began dating in 2021 while shooting for Shershaah. The couple got married in February 2023 in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. They welcomed their daughter Saraayah last year in July.