Archive · 1 Sep 2025
Ratna Pathak Shah Reflects on Her Inter-Faith Marriage
Ratna Pathak Shah, a famous actress, talked about her 43-year marriage to Naseeruddin Shah.
They have an inter-faith marriage, meaning they have different religious backgrounds.
They both value their friendship and shared interests like acting and theatre.
Shah said that their marriage might not be allowed today because of differing social views.
She also discussed their different views on what it means to be a serious actor, and how their parents accepted their relationship.
They've worked together in films and theater, and have built a life together based on friendship and common ground.
Ratna Pathak Shah has been married to Naseeruddin Shah for 43 years.
Their inter-faith marriage faced less opposition in the past compared to today's societal norms, according to Shah.
Shah emphasizes the importance of friendship and shared interests in their long marriage.
They have worked together in their theatre company, Motley Productions, and in films.
Shah mentioned differing opinions with her husband regarding the dedication required for acting.
- Who
- Ratna Pathak Shah
- What
- Reflecting on her marriage with Naseeruddin Shah, and discussing their inter-faith relationship and careers.
- When
- In recent interviews and panel discussions.
- Where
- Not explicitly stated in the provided text, but in an interview with Faye D’Souza, and in a panel discussion at the FICCI Flo summit in Hyderabad.
- Why
- To discuss the longevity of their marriage and their approach to life and acting.
- Marriage Length
- 43 years
- Partners
- Ratna Pathak Shah and Naseeruddin Shah
- Shared Profession
- Acting
- Theater Company
- Motley Productions
- Children
- Imaad Shah, Vivaan Shah, and Heeba Shah