Tahira Kashyap opens up on life's circle: 'It's me putting my parents into classes'
Mumbai, June 15
Ayushmann Khurrana's wife Tahira Kashyap has shared a heartfelt reflection on life and growing responsibilities.
She opened up about the emotional "circle of life" she is experiencing. In her note, she spoke about how the roles between parents and children gradually evolve over time, revealing that it is now she who is guiding her parents and encouraging them to learn new things and stay active.
Taking to Instagram, Tahira shared her childhood photos and wrote, "Circle of life there was a time when my parents took me for classes, taught new things, appreciated that one tiny step I took towards growth and now it's me putting my parents into classes, encouraging them to become stronger, to learn new things, to keep pushing. It's beautiful and emotiona And that's what life is."
In the images, Tahira is seen as a little girl posing with her parents. One of the photos shows her sitting in her mother's lap. A heartfelt video shows her parents enjoying time in a pool. Another clip features her father working out in the gym and cycling.
A few days ago, Tahira had shared glimpses from her peaceful getaway in Nepal with husband Ayushmann Khurrana and her parents.
The writer and filmmaker showed the couple striking a pose together, while another candid moment captured Tahira lighting diyas. One of the photos showed Tahira and Ayushmann sitting in a park, while another featured an image of Tahira's parents. Tahira also celebrated her mother's 70th birthday in Nepal and shared pictures from the special occasion on social media.
Alongside images, she wrote, "My soni mutiyaar turns 70! So many pics because I can't have enough of you( even though you are embarrassed) mama you are my personal magic, my spiritual anchor, my biggest cheerleader! You are an embodiment of grace, beauty, happiness , joy and love! You make 70 so gracious I loveeee youuuu." (sic)
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Reader Comments
Okay, I'm not crying. 😭 This is exactly what I'm going through with my parents. They used to pack my tiffin and drop me to school, and now I'm booking their doctor appointments and teaching them how to use WhatsApp. Tahira just put into words what so many of us feel. Respect for showing this side of life.
Lovely sentiment, but I wish more people would acknowledge that this "circle of life" can be incredibly stressful for the adult children trying to balance careers, their own kids, and aging parents. It's not just emotional and beautiful - it's a huge financial and time commitment too. But yes, touche to Tahira for capturing the essence.
The bit about her mother being a "spiritual anchor" really touched me. In our culture, parents are our biggest cheerleaders, and seeing that bond doesn't break with age is so comforting. Also, that photo of Tahira lighting diyas in Nepal - so serene. 🙏
Circle of life, indeed. But the real test is when parents need round-the-clock care and the children have nowhere else to turn. Tahira's fortunate to have Ayushmann's support and resources. Many Indian families struggle silently with this role reversal. Still, a touching post that starts an important conversation.
This is so pure! 🥺 The video of her father working out and her parents in the pool - that's the kind of active aging every parent deserves. Tahira is such a gem, always sharing relatable content without filters. And happy 70th to her mother! "
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