Ismail Darbar Slammed For Misogynistic Remarks About Gauahar

Music composer Ismail Darbar is facing criticism online after his recent comments about his daughter-in-law, actor Gauahar Khan. In an interview, he praised Gauahar as a devoted wife and mother but said he doesn’t fully support women working after marriage and motherhood.

What He Said

Darbar said he comes from a “backward family” and avoids watching anything he finds inappropriate. He mentioned that Gauahar is part of his family, and while he cannot stop her from working, he believes the right to work belongs to his son, Zaid Darbar. He also cited his wife Ayesha, who left her career after becoming a mother, as an example of “sacrificing for family.”

Online Reaction

Many netizens on Reddit called his views regressive and patriarchal, pointing out that Gauahar is a successful adult and doesn’t need permission to work. Some comments read:

• “Who gave Zaid the right to restrict her? She’s an adult.”
• “Maybe tell your son to work harder instead of asking your daughter-in-law to quit.”
• “Nagma still has time to run,” referring to his other son’s fiancée, Nagma Mirajkar.

Fans of Gauahar have shown strong support, praising her ability to balance her career, family, and motherhood gracefully.

About Gauahar and Zaid

Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar married in December 2020. They have two sons, Zehaan (born May 2023) and another born in September 2025. The couple met during the COVID-19 lockdown and quickly fell in love.

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