Actor and former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen recently spoke candidly about the resistance she faced after adopting her elder daughter, Renee, at the age of 24. Opening up about her journey as a single mother, the actor revealed that many people around her tried to discourage her from taking such a major step early in her career.

Sushmita Sen on facing societal challenges at 24

Sushmita shared that society often questioned her decision and warned her about its impact on her future. “People told me, ‘Who will marry you?’ and ‘Why would you take on such a responsibility so early?’” she recalled, reflecting on the criticism she faced at the time.