Alia Bhatt seeks Sadhguru's advice on Raha, gets unexpected answer

Actor Alia Bhatt seeks parenting advice from Sadhguru during a recent Chennai interaction, sparking conversation online. Here's what was said.

In Short

• Sadhguru and Alia Bhatt held a conversation in Chennai
• Alia asked for parenting advice for her daughter Raha Kapoor
• Sadhguru said worried parents are not good parents

Actor Alia Bhatt recently turned to spiritual leader Sadhguru for parenting advice, asking how to know if she is being a good parent to her daughter, Raha Kapoor. In response, Sadhguru offered a succinct takeaway.

The exchange took place during a conversation in Chennai, snippets of which were shared by Sadhguru on social media. The moment has since gone viral, with audiences reacting to the candid interaction between the actor and the spiritual leader. When Bhatt suggested that worry is inevitable for parents, Sadhguru said, “a worried parent is not a good parent.”His remark drew laughter from the room, setting the tone for a wider discussion on parenting and mindset.

What did Sadhguru say about parenting?

In the video shared online, Sadhguru emphasised that anxiety does not contribute positively to parenting. His response came after Bhatt asked for “one advice” for parents concerned about whether they are doing enough.

Another clip posted from the session showed Sadhguru speaking about maintaining inner balance, noting that he does not “wind” himself up in order to “unwind”, reinforcing his broader philosophy around emotional stability.

Where did the conversation take place?

The interaction was part of an event hosted by Jain International Trade Organization in Chennai. Social media posts from attendees and organisers indicated that the session was held at The Leela Palace.

Photos and videos from the event, including a moment of prayer before the discussion began, have been widely circulated online. Fans have also expressed anticipation for the full conversation to be released.

What do we know about Alia Bhatt’s family?

Bhatt married actor Ranbir Kapoor in April 2022 after several years of dating. The couple welcomed their daughter, Raha, in November the same year.

The actor has occasionally shared glimpses of her daughter on social media but has also requested privacy around her family life in recent months.

Bhatt was last seen in Jigra (2024) and is set to appear in upcoming projects including Alpha and Love & War, alongside actors such as Vicky Kaushal and Bobby Deol.

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