When Malaika revealed how parents' divorce impacted her

Malaika Arora's parents,

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and Anil Arora, separated when she was just 11 years old, and her younger sister Amrita was 6. This event significantly impacted her childhood, which she described as "tumultuous" in an interview. Despite the challenges, Malaika learned valuable lessons from her mother's resilience and developed a strong work ethic and independence.
Impact of Parents' Separation on Malaika's Childhood
The actor revealed how she faced tough times in her early years, post her parents' separation when she was 11 years old and her sister Amrita was just six. Earlier, in an interview with Grazia India, she said, "I had a wonderful childhood, but it wasn't easy. In fact, in retrospect, the word I would use to describe it is tumultuous. But tough times teach you important lessons too."
Malaika shared that her parents' separation gave her a fresh perspective on her mother. She learned the importance of a strong work ethic and the drive to become fiercely independent. These early lessons have been foundational to her life and career. She remains fiercely independent, cherishing her freedom and living life according to her own terms.

Career Highlights
Arora is widely recognized for her exceptional dancing skills and iconic item numbers. She gained fame with the song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' from the movie 'Dil Se', where she performed alongside Shah Rukh Khan on top of a moving train. This song remains one of the most celebrated dance numbers in Bollywood history. Malaika has also delivered memorable performances in other item songs such as 'Munni Badnaam Hui', 'Kaal Dhamaal', 'Anarkali Disco Chali', and 'Heyy Babyy'.