When new mom Katrina Kaif revealed father was ‘not an influence, not a part of family’, learnt to be ‘non-judgemental’ from mother: ‘I haven’t met him since’

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal Welcome Baby Boy

On Friday, November 7, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal joyfully announced the birth of their baby boy. Sharing the happy news on social media, they received an outpouring of congratulations from fans and well-wishers alike.

Couple's Journey

Katrina and Vicky married in 2021 after several years of dating and quickly became one of Bollywood’s most beloved couples.

Katrina Kaif’s Unique Childhood

Unlike Vicky Kaushal, who grew up in Mumbai with his parents—action director Sham Kaushal and homemaker Veena Kaushal—Katrina experienced an unconventional upbringing. Raised by her single mother, Suzanne Turquotte, a lawyer turned international charity worker, Katrina traveled extensively across continents with her mother and seven siblings.

Absent Father’s Impact

Katrina’s father left the family when she was very young. Reflecting on this in a 2008 interview with Shoma Chaudhury, she said:

“My father is not an influence, he was not part of our family; my parents separated when I was very young and I have never met him since.”

Katrina’s Values Learned from Her Mother

Growing up with her mother’s example, Katrina learned to be non-judgemental and resilient, shaping her independent spirit.

Author's summary: Katrina Kaif, who experienced a nomadic upbringing due to her mother’s charity work and the absence of her father, shares key insights into her childhood and family influences as she and Vicky Kaushal welcome their first child.

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The Indian Express The Indian Express — 2025-11-07