Siblings are a big presence in everyone’s childhood, but in my case, because we have had an exceptional childhood with long hours spent training together, Geeta has been a particularly strong influence. To me, she is practically a third parent. And in wrestling, as I grew in the sport, it helped immensely that she had already walked that path and was available to help whenever I needed her. Both in my career and my personal life, she has helped me make the right decisions. Though my entire extended family, including my cousins, has trained me for the sport, it was Geeta’s exposure to the ring early on in life that taught me the best tricks in wrestling.
We started our reluctant training during our school days at the behest of our father. From trying somehow to escape the gruelling training to becoming champions of the sport, we have been together in every phase of life. From schoolmates to roommates, we have shared so many beautiful memories and I have opened up to her as a friend as well.
We have had a lot of fights growing up where I had to yield since I am the younger one. Her decisions have dominated over mine at times which is because in our culture and family we have been taught to always respect our elders. If it was a major argument, our parents would step in and decide. At times when we were furious over an argument outside the ring, we would vent out our anger while practising in the wrestling ring.
In a combat sport like wrestling, one of the biggest hurdles in an athlete’s life is injury. And I have ended up with an injury in practically every major tournament of my life. But Geeta made sure that an injury never made me lay low for too long. “Why are you the one who gets injured always?” she would ask me jokingly, and then motivate me to get back to practice, saying you can’t let a little pain win over your strength. That would make me go the extra mile in getting back to training hard.
As I matured in life, I learnt to deal with all difficulties myself. But the assurance of Geeta being there and listening to me has always lessened the burden on my heart and mind. When she got married and left home, it has created a huge vacuum in my life since we talk less often, separated by distance.
Kangana Managed By Sister Rangoli; Other Celebs Who Too Mixed Family & Showbiz
1/4
Actress Kangana Ranaut is used to making news, be it for winning a National Award, creating waves at the box office, or even for her personal life. The actress is known to not mince her words, even if it means things not always working in her favour. While Ranaut doesn’t shy away from commenting on issues she feels strongly about, recently the ‘Manikarnika’ actress has been receiving flak from a section of the media.
However, it’s not just Ranaut’s statements that have come under scrutiny, but also that of her sister and manager, Rangoli Chandel. Chandel’s tweets often slamming anyone and everyone in Bollywood, have received criticism. Several fans have even taken to the microblogging site to say that Rangoli, whose Twitter bio reads 'Manager & Sister to #KanganaRanaut' may be harming the 'Queen' star's image and overshadowing her work. some have even requested the actress to hire a professional publicist.
But Kangana isn't the first celebrity to be managed by a family member. Several others have also taken the family route when it comes to professional matters.
(Image: Instagram/rangoli_r_chandel)
Actress Kangana Ranaut is used to making news, be it for winning a National Award, creating waves at the box office, or even for her personal life. The actress is known to not mince her words, even i..
Read More
Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, whose 15-year-old court battle with former manager Prakash Jaju recently came to an end, is managed by venture capitalist Anjula Acharia who herself shuttles between Silicon Valley and Hollywood. The 37-year-old's music portfolio, largely international, was earlier managed by Troy Carter whose clients also include Lady Gaga and John Legend.
However, despite having a professional team at work, the 'Quantico' star has often said that her mother Madhu, with whom she co-owns the production house Purple Pebble Pictures, is her CFO and handles all the finances and legal work.
(Image: Instagram/priyankachopra)
Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, whose 15-year-old court battle with former manager Prakash Jaju recently came to an end, is managed by venture capitalist Anjula Acharia who herself shuttles between Silicon Va..
Read More
Queen Bey and her father-manager Mathew Knowles's fallout was the stuff of headlines. While the 67-year-old now claims that he shares a good relationship with both his daughters, Beyoncé and Solange, after having learnt to switch from manager to father, it wasn't always the case. Mathew not only managed 'Destiny's Child' but reportedly also trained three members to sing.
Mathew was around right from the beginning of Beyoncé's career, until over a decade later when on March 28 in 2011 the 'Sorry' singer announced that the duo were going their separate ways, and the decision was mutual.
Since the split, the singer has been managed by her own company, Parkwood Entertainment.
(Image: Instagram/mrmathewknowles)
Queen Bey and her father-manager Mathew Knowles's fallout was the stuff of headlines. While the 67-year-old now claims that he shares a good relationship with both his daughters, Beyoncé and Solange,..
Read More
Kristen Mary Jenner, commonly known as Kris Jenner (2nd left), is the name behind the ever-growing Kardashian brand. The original 'momager', Kris pitched the idea of 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' to Ryan Seacrest Productions in 2007.
The twice-divorced mum of six manages her entire clan - Kim, Kourtney, Khloe, Rob, Kendall and Kylie. This year, she even trademarked 'momager' - the term she helped make famous.
(Image: Instagram/krisjenner)
Kristen Mary Jenner, commonly known as Kris Jenner (2nd left), is the name behind the ever-growing Kardashian brand. The original 'momager', Kris pitched the idea of 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians'..
