Rubina Ashraf On Coping With Financial Struggles

Rubina Ashraf is a seasoned Pakistani television actor who got fame through hit PTV classic dramas. Her notable dramas are Kasak, Pas e Aaina, Dil Zar Zar, Angna, Aik Sitam Aur, Zakham and others. Rubina Ashraf also directed popular TV show Ruswai. She was recently praised in Green Entertainment’s hit drama serial Iqtidar. Rubina Ashraf is married and has two children. She often shares her pictures with daughter and husband.

Lately, Rubina Ashraf was a guest at Good Morning Pakistan where she opened up about coping with financial struggles as a newly wed bride.

Talking about it, she said, “The most challenging period in a girl’s life is the first two years of marriage. Everything may seem wonderful—love, building a home, affectionate feelings—but both spouses often get stuck on one issue: budgeting. For the one earning the income, managing finances can be hard. We often used up the entire paycheck within the first 15 days. If we had extra expenses—like a birthday or gifts—it became difficult. Tariq would give me a fixed amount and say, “This is all I gave you—manage with it.”

She further added, “My advice to couples is to discuss the budget openly. I know , the girls would not like my advice but they should manage in husband’s budget. The husband (or primary earner) should clearly state his income status, and together, they should agree to spend and save within that amount”.