TLI Staff
New Delhi: Anjum Fakih, who plays Srishti in Kundali Bhagya, talked about the invaluable contribution of her mother in shaping her life, career and character. The actress says her mother’s determination to give them best education and instill values in her was something that made her what she is today.
Anjum Fakih who had a conservative upbringing wore burkha in her growing up years before she decided to give showbiz a shot. She faced wrath of her family including her mother who were not supportive of her decision initially. The actress had to move out of her house to pursue her dreams in glamour world. Eventually her family and relatives came around when she made a mark for herself.
The actress could sail through the testing phase due to the important life lessons given by her mother. “Over the past few years, my mom and I have grown very close. She is my best friend and confidante and I share everything with her. She is my go-to person,” says Anjum.
‘My mother told me to never lie’
“One life lesson by my mother that is etched on my mind and has become a part of my personality is when she told me to never lie. My mother has always encouraged us to speak and stand for the truth. She has instilled the value of speaking the truth and standing up against the wrong in us and that value has stayed with us since our childhood. It
helps me stay true to my craft too and be a good and trust-worthy person and I can’t thank my mom enough for it,” says the actress.
‘Her efforts and love made us stronger’
Anjum also spoke about how her mom went the extra mile for her. “One memory that I have of my mother is of her putting in the efforts to make sure that we have a good education. Although she studied in an Urdu medium school, she studied English, Hindi and Marathi to ensure that she can teach us, and we get the best possible education and become independent. She has been a strong support system for us all. I would like to thank my mom for all that she has done and all that she does for us selflessly. Today we are what we are because of the values she has instilled in us. Her efforts and love have made us stronger and independent. Thank you Mom for taking that leap of faith and the unwavering support,” she said.