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A look at Bollywood’s single fathers who’ve redefined parenthood

TOI Entertainment Desk
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Sep 8, 2025, 15:31 IST
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Tusshar Kapoor – Breaking Stereotypes with Laksshya Kapoor

Tusshar Kapoor surprised everyone in 2016 when he chose to become a single parent via surrogacy. His son, Laksshya Kapoor, has been the centre of his world ever since. Tusshar has spoken openly about embracing parenthood on his own terms, challenging the traditional norms around marriage and fatherhood in India.

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Kamal Haasan – A Strong Pillar for His Daughters

Though Kamal Haasan co-parented with ex-wife Sarika, he played a significant role in raising their daughters, Shruti and Akshara Haasan, particularly after their separation. The iconic actor has been a constant presence in his daughters' lives, supporting them both personally and professionally in the film industry.

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Karan Johar – A Dotting Father to Twins Yash and Roohi

Ace filmmaker Karan Johar may be known for directing grand love stories, but his most beautiful role is that of a father. In 2017, he welcomed twins Yash and Roohi via surrogacy and has since shared glimpses of his parenting journey with fans. As a single dad, Karan is hands-on, involved, and completely devoted to his children, often seen celebrating festivals, school events, and everyday milestones with them.

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Rahul Bose – Quietly Protective of His Adopted Child

Rahul Bose, known for his offbeat cinema and humanitarian work, is also a single father, though he prefers to keep his personal life extremely low-key. He adopted a child from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands after the 2004 tsunami and has since been a dedicated parent, rarely bringing his fatherhood into the media glare.

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