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Mahhi Vij opens up on mom guilt as daughter Tara wins gold medal

Television actress Mahhi Vij has shared an emotional post about the challenges of balancing her career with motherhood. She revealed that guilt sometimes creeps in when she misses her daughter's events and moments due to work. The post was inspired by her six-year-old daughter Tara winning a gold medal, which filled her with immense pride. Mahhi expressed gratitude for her daughter's understanding and maturity, calling Tara her strength.

Key Points: Mahhi Vij on mom guilt, leaning on fellow mothers for help

  • Daughter Tara wins gold medal
  • Balancing work & motherhood
  • Leaning on fellow moms
  • Overcoming mom guilt
  • Pride in daughter's maturity
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Mahhi Vij reveals she 'leans on fellow moms for help' for daughter Tara, talks about mom guilt

TV actress Mahhi Vij shares emotional struggle balancing work & parenting daughter Tara, who recently won a gold medal.

"I miss events, I miss moments, and sometimes I lean on fellow moms for help. - Mahhi Vij"

Mumbai, March 9

Television actress Mahhi Vij has opened up about the emotional struggles she has been facing as a mother, further admitting that 'guilt sometimes creeps in' when she questions whether she is doing enough for her 6 year-old daughter Tara.

The actress also revealed that at times she leans on fellow mothers for help while balancing work and parenting.

Taking to her social media account, Mahhi shared an emotional note after her six-year-old daughter Tara won a gold medal.

The actress wrote, "My six-year-old just won a gold medal today, and my heart is overflowing with pride."

*There are so many days when I'm working and struggling to keep up with her schedule. I miss events, I miss moments, and sometimes I lean on fellow moms for help. As a mother, there are times when guilt creeps in and I wonder if I'm doing enough," she wrote.

Applauding her daughter on her win, she wrote, "But today, Tara, you made me feel so proud and so strong. The way you understand your working mom, the way you handle things with so much love and maturity at just six years old... it's truly beautiful. Every holiday I get, every moment I spend watching you grow, reminds me why I keep going."

She concluded, "I'm trying my best to balance everything, and you are my strength. You are my everything. I love you so much. Congratulations, my baby."

In the picture shared by Mahhi on her social media account, the doting mother can be seen warmly hugging her daughter Tara as the little girl flaunts her medal.

Talking about Mahhi Vij, on the professional front, has been a part of the Indian television industry for nearly two decades.

She rose to prominence with many popular shows. She is best known for her impactful roles in television hits such as Laagi Tujhse Lagan, Balika Vadhu and others.

Currently, the actress is seen essaying the role of Kausar, the mother of the lead character, in the television show 'Seher Hone Ko Hai', where she portrays a pivotal role in the storyline.

On the personal front, Mahhi Vij married actor and host Jay Bhanushali in 2011. The couple welcomed their daughter Tara in August 2019.

In 2025, the couple announced separation after being married for more than a decade.

- IANS

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Rohit P
This is the reality for so many parents in India today, especially in metros like Mumbai. Juggling careers and parenting is a constant challenge. Leaning on your community of fellow parents is not a weakness, it's smart parenting. Tara sounds like a wonderful kid.
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Sarah B
While her feelings are valid, I do wonder about the child's perspective, especially with the recent separation mentioned. That's a lot of change for a six-year-old. I hope the co-parenting is supportive and Tara remains the priority for both.
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Ananya R
Her note made me emotional! 🥹 "The way you understand your working mom" – that line hit home. Our children are more resilient and understanding than we give them credit for. Celebrating small wins like this gold medal is what keeps us going.
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Karthik V
Good on her for speaking up. The pressure on mothers in our society is immense. Fathers need to step up more too, so the burden isn't always on the mom. It's a partnership, especially when both are working.
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Meera T
It's nice to see, but let's be real, she has resources many Indian mothers can only dream of. The real struggle is for the middle-class mom who has no help, works a 9-5, and still has to manage everything at home. That's the story we need to hear more often.

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