Famous Pakistani actress Khushboo Khan made a deeply emotional appearance on Dunya News’ comedy talk show Mazaaq Raat, where she opened up about her difficult journey through the entertainment industry. From being pushed into showbiz as a child to becoming the sole breadwinner for her family at just 11 years old, Khushboo’s story is one of silent sacrifice, strength, and the harsh realities of fame.
A Childhood Not Her Own
Khushboo Khan began her journey in the entertainment industry as a child artist. In the interview, she revealed that she was brought into showbiz by her mother at a very young age. Though her real name is Thobiya, she was renamed Khushboo to suit the film industry. The name stuck, and so did the career path—one she never chose for herself.
“I wanted to become a teacher,” Khushboo shared, “but life had different plans.” She had dreams of studying and pursuing education like a regular child. But those dreams were put aside as she was cast in one role after another, quickly rising to fame and becoming a lead actress by the age of 11.
Sacrifices for the Family
While she was the youngest in her household, Khushboo soon found herself supporting not just her immediate family but also her cousins and relatives. My earnings ran the house,she said. I supported my siblings, my aunts’ sons, and others. I kept working for them.
Despite being a child, she shouldered financial responsibilities that no child should bear. Her acting career was never a passion—it was a necessity. Theater and drama weren’t her interests, but she kept going to help her family survive.
Left Alone by the Ones She Helped
One of the most painful parts of Khushboo’s interview was her revelation that the very people she worked so hard to support have now left her alone.
I wasted my childhood for them, worked day and night, but today they are all settled in their lives, and I’m alone,she said with visible hurt. She added that after the passing of her parents and one of her brothers, the rest of her family had become distant, focusing on their own lives. Now, she lives alone with her children and a few others in the house.
Betrayals in Personal and Professional Life
Khushboo didn’t just speak about abandonment from family—she also shared that she has faced many betrayals throughout her career. From fellow actors to close friends and even people she once loved deeply, betrayal became a recurring theme in her life.
Those whom I loved truly, with all my heart, those I considered everything—they betrayed me too,she said. Without mentioning names, she hinted at past relationships, including emotional turmoil caused by love and disloyalty.
Although she didn’t directly name her husband, Arbaaz Khan, she did speak of living with five people, including her two children, suggesting that their relationship might have seen strain over the years.
From Fame to Depression
Despite experiencing fame, glamour, and fortune, Khushboo Khan revealed that loneliness crept into her life gradually. She described going from being surrounded by people to living in isolation. “At one point, I had 100 employees in my boutique. We used to have big family dinners,” she said. “Now there’s no one—just five people in the house.”
Her emotional struggles eventually led her into a deep depression. For several months, she shut herself inside a room, locked away from the world. But I fought through it,she said. Now my depression is over, and I am trying to live life differently.
A Powerful Message of Endurance
Khushboo Khan’s emotional revelations on Mazaaq Raat were not only heartbreaking but also eye-opening. Her story is a powerful reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of fame lies a life filled with struggles, sacrifices, and silent battles.
I’ve learned that love, sincerity, and loyalty cannot be bought,she said toward the end of her interview. Life taught me that.
Khushboo’s honesty resonated with many viewers, who praised her for her courage and emotional strength. She continues to inspire others, not just through her work on screen, but now through her resilience and truth off-screen as well.
