Menaka Irani, mother of Farah Khan and Sajid Khan, passed away on July 26 at the age of 79 after undergoing multiple surgeries. Menaka raised her children single-handedly following the death of their father, Kamran Khan. In a 2005 NDTV interview, Farah Khan, a renowned director-choreographer, expressed her deep appreciation for her mother's role in shaping her success. During the segment "With a little help from my friends," Farah candidly shared her love for her mother, acknowledging the hardships Menaka endured to ensure her children received proper education. Farah emphasized the importance of the values her mother instilled in them, describing Menaka as the most honest person she had ever known. She also praised her mother's sense of humor and joyful approach to life, stating that these qualities had a profound impact on her own character. Farah expressed her aspiration to become half the woman her mother was, leaving Menaka visibly moved by her daughter's heartfelt words.
Questions:
- When did Menaka Irani pass away, and what was her age?
- What challenges did Menaka face in raising her children?
- In which year did Farah Khan give the interview about her mother?
- What qualities of her mother did Farah Khan particularly admire?
