Television actress Rubina Dilaik has expressed deep admiration for veteran star Neetu Kapoor's return to Bollywood following the passing of her husband, legendary actor Rishi Kapoor. Speaking in a recent interview, Rubina said she personally resonates with Neetu's journey as a woman, a mother, and a working professional navigating life after profound personal loss.

Rubina on Neetu Kapoor's Resilience

'I completely resonate with Neetu Kapoor. Of course, she's an epitome of beauty and strength, and we have seen it through the years,' Rubina said. She added that Neetu's decision to return to the screen after decades away serves as a powerful template for women who are uncertain about resuming careers post-motherhood. 'That's exactly how women should come out, set an example, and pave a path for others who are still not confident whether they should resume work after becoming a mother,' she said.

Neetu Kapoor had earlier spoken candidly about her comeback — describing it as less about professional ambition and more about testing her own confidence and courage after years away from the spotlight. Her return was widely seen in the industry as an act of personal reclamation.

The Role of Abhinav Shukla at Home

Rubina also reflected on her own support system, crediting husband Abhinav Shukla as her strongest pillar. Abhinav has taken on the role of a stay-at-home father while Rubina continues her professional journey — a dynamic she described as both unconventional and deeply intentional.

'It takes immense strength as a man to keep your ego aside and say, 'I will stay at home, go live your dreams, and we will make sure our daughters are taken care of,'' Rubina said. 'It is a conscious decision because he knows how much I love my work, and for him, me finding that purpose has always been important.'

Breaking Stereotypes for Their Daughters

The actress, who is a mother to twin daughters, said she and Abhinav are actively working to raise their children outside rigid social expectations. 'We don't live by society's norms or what people expect from us. We want to pass on a different value system to our daughters,' she said. 'When people say a man has to behave in a certain way or a woman has to operate in a certain way, enough of that. We are fortunate enough to break those beliefs and shatter those ceilings.'

Rubina concluded by framing mutual support as the truest measure of strength. 'It's not easy to hold each other together, but that doesn't give us an excuse not to practice it. I believe that is the true definition of a real man,' she said.

What's Next for Rubina

Rubina Dilaik is currently in South Africa for a 40-day shoot for the reality series Khatron Ke Khiladi, marking her latest television venture since becoming a mother. Her participation is seen as yet another instance of the work-life balance she publicly champions.