"I Froze My Eggs": Kriti Sanon Reveals The Empowering Reason Behind Her Decision During 'Mimi'
In a candid and bold revelation, Bollywood star Kriti Sanon has opened up about a deeply personal milestone. The 35-year-old actress recently shared that she chose to freeze her eggs while preparing for her critically acclaimed film Mimi. Calling it one of the "wisest" decisions of her life, Kriti detailed the emotional and physical journey that led her to take this significant step, perfectly timing it with her demanding professional commitments.
The Perfect Timing: Aligning Health with 'Mimi' Prep
For her role as a surrogate mother in Mimi, Kriti was required to undergo a massive physical transformation, gaining nearly 15 kilograms. Egg freezing is a medical procedure known to cause temporary hormonal changes, mood swings, and bodily bloating. Realizing that her body was already going to change for the character, Kriti found this to be the most opportune moment. A well-wisher had previously advised her that freezing her eggs would be the best gift she could give herself. When the makers of Mimi gave her a two-month break from shooting to pack on the required weight, she knew the timing was absolutely flawless.
Breaking Societal Norms and Emotional Impact
Kriti has always been vocal about living life on her own terms. She strongly believes that major life decisions—especially those regarding motherhood and marriage—should be dictated by personal readiness rather than societal pressure or biological clocks. The actress admitted that the egg-freezing procedure took a toll on her emotionally and physically due to the intense hormonal shifts. However, working on a film centered around surrogacy made her feel profoundly connected to the entire process. It was a holistic journey of blending her real-life choices with her reel-life character.
What’s Next on Kriti Sanon's Work Front?
While fans continue to applaud her bold off-screen decisions and her stellar performance in Mimi, Kriti is keeping busy at the box office. The actress was most recently seen sharing the screen with Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna in Cocktail 2. Directed by Homi Adajania, the highly anticipated film hit theaters on June 19, further cementing Kriti's position as one of the most versatile and leading actresses in the modern Hindi film industry.
