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. The couple shared the happy news on social media, receiving an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and followers.

Background of the Couple

Katrina and Vicky married in 2021 after dating for several years. They have since become one of Bollywood’s most beloved couples. Vicky grew up in Mumbai with his father, action director Sham Kaushal, and mother, homemaker Veena Kaushal.

Katrina Kaif’s Childhood and Family

Katrina had a very different upbringing compared to Vicky. Raised by her single mother, Suzanne Turquotte, who initially worked as a lawyer before dedicating herself to international charity work, Katrina traveled extensively across continents alongside her seven siblings due to her mother’s commitments.

Her father was absent for most of her life, having left when Katrina was very young.

Katrina's Reflection on Her Father

“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.”

This insight was shared by Katrina in a 2008 interview with Shoma Chaudhury, highlighting how she learned to be non-judgmental from her mother’s example despite her father’s absence.

Summary

Katrina Kaif’s early life was shaped by her mother’s charitable work and the absence of her father, which she openly acknowledges while embracing the values taught by her mother.

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

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