NEW DELHI: Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has shared insightful reflections on life, motherhood, and resilience in her first interview since separating from former Pakistan cricket team captain Shoaib Malik.
Sania Mirza’s interview comes after her separation from Pakistan cricket star Shoaib Malik, whom she married in April 2010. The couple welcomed their first son in October 2018.
Confirming his second marriage to actress Sana Javed in January 2024, Malik’s new relationship marks a significant development following his separation from Mirza.
Speaking to the BBC Hindi, she emphasized the importance of patience, understanding, and the support of loved ones during challenging times.
She also highlighted the importance of patience, learned through experience and especially after becoming a mother
Mirza acknowledged the challenges of public life, stating, “Everyone in the world can’t like you…you learn to deal with it.” She revealed a newfound focus on emotional control, explaining, “I used to be very emotional, but now I think before I react.” She acknowledged that while criticism on social media is inevitable, she chooses not to perceive it as a personal attack.
“Patience comes with age,” she noted, “but especially when you become a mother, there’s no other option. I’m happy for this change.”
Reflecting on the past decade, she revealed a transformation in her decision-making process, attributing it to a newfound sense of contemplation and emotional maturity.
Stressing the value of integrity and genuine companionship over material wealth and fame, Mirza emphasized the importance of staying grounded in reality.
Looking beyond material success, Mirza emphasized the importance of strong relationships. “Money and name are not everything,” she said. “Who stands by you in difficult times matters most. There should always be people who speak the truth. Money and fame are luxuries, but not the core.”
Drawing a parallel between sports and life, Mirza offered a message of resilience. “There are good and bad times,” she stated. “In sports, you get back up after a loss. It’s the same in life. Bad days don’t last forever. You try to improve things and move forward.”
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