Mahira Khan Shares How Son Azlan Inspired Her to Give Second Chance to Love

Pakistani superstar Mahira Khan has credited her son, Azlan, as the driving force behind one of the most personal and courageous decisions of her life—remarrying. Speaking on Ahmad Ali Butt’s podcast, the beloved actress peeled back the layers of fame to share a rare glimpse into the emotional journey that led her to take another chance on love.

“I was scared,” Mahira admitted. “Scared of what people would say, scared of what I might lose.” For an actress who has built a towering career on poise and strength, it was a striking confession. But in her vulnerability, she also revealed a deeply human side—one shaped by motherhood, public scrutiny, and the unpredictable tides of fame.

It was Azlan, her son from a previous marriage, who quietly yet firmly became her anchor. “He told me, ‘You deserve to be happy, Ammi.’” Those words, simple yet powerful, gave Mahira the permission she had denied herself for years. More than anything, she wanted her son’s acceptance—and she found not just approval, but encouragement.

Mahira also touched upon the importance of her new husband building an honest and heartfelt bond with Azlan. “I didn’t want it to be just a formality—I wanted it to be real,” she explained. Today, she says, she feels nothing but gratitude for the genuine connection that has blossomed between the two.

The podcast wasn’t all personal—Mahira also addressed her professional relationships and past controversies with refreshing honesty. She spoke fondly of her co-star Fawad Khan, praising his unshakable authenticity, and reflected on her previous clash with writer Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar. “I should’ve handled it differently,” she admitted, noting that her mother later reminded her of the importance of respectful discourse, especially with senior artists.

Touching upon criticism she faced from within the industry, including harsh remarks from veteran actor Firdous Jamal, Mahira confessed that such judgments used to hurt. But over time, she says, she has developed a thicker skin. “When success starts to shine too brightly, it unsettles some people,” she said thoughtfully.

Now, with her new film Lo Guru set to release on Eid-ul-Azha, Mahira is channeling her energy into global promotions across the U.S., proving that both love and career can coexist—not in conflict, but in harmony.

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