On this Mother’s Day, Women Fitness India is honored to spotlight Shruti Seth Aslam—a vibrant and fearless presence in the Indian entertainment world. She has also made her mark as a mental wellness coach and, most beautifully, as a devoted mother. Shruti’s journey through the industry has been nothing short of inspiring, from the magic of her role as Jiya in Shararat to impactful performances in films like Fanaa and Slumdog Millionaire. But behind the glamour lies a woman navigating the very real and shared challenges of motherhood, self-care, and identity.
Shruti speaks with a mix of honesty and relatability when asked how she manages the demands of being a professional actor and presenter while embracing her role as a mother. “Like countless working mothers, I carry guilt in my bag to work,” she shares. “But I must confess, I have an excellent support system that has allowed me to pursue work without much worry.” She recalls that she used to take her daughter, Alina, to sit with her, but with school becoming more demanding, that’s no longer practical. Thankfully, Alina is now growing into her routines and interests, staying busy during the day while Shruti works. They both make a conscious effort to carve out quality time together when the day winds down.
Juggling multiple roles, Shruti has also stepped into the realm of mental wellness coaching, a space that allows her flexibility. While travel has taken a backseat recently, she’s hopeful for a change soon, eager to explore new destinations again. Her coaching work, meanwhile, continues without clashing with her other commitments, allowing her to stay grounded.
When asked what unique lessons motherhood has taught her, she offers a reflective thought: “We try to make our children like ourselves, whereas parenting offers a very unique opportunity to become more like our children. We need to seize that more, I feel.” It’s this humility and openness to learning that shines through in her parenting philosophy.
On the subject of mental health, particularly the stigma around it among professional women and mothers, Shruti speaks with conviction: “I think we all need to reach a point in our lives where we have to choose between what others think and how we feel.” She believes in changing the language we use—from “mental health challenges” to “life challenges”—to foster a more compassionate and less judgmental outlook in society.
Some of her most treasured family memories stem from their recent trip to Egypt, a holiday that fulfilled her mother’s lifelong dream of seeing the pyramids. “I’m glad that my younger brother was able to treat all of us to a holiday that was on my mother’s bucket list and we could be with her together as a family,” she smiles. These moments, rich with love and legacy, remind us that travel can be so much more than sightseeing—it’s about togetherness.
Traveling with her daughter, Alina, has also become a source of joy and bonding. “She’s a really fun travel buddy,” Shruti says warmly. “All our trips end up being super fun and exploratory,” reflecting the duo’s natural curiosity and connection.
To mothers striving to balance multiple roles, Shruti offers a simple, grounding mantra: “One day at a time. One task at a time. Do as much as you can without burning out.” It’s a reminder to slow down, breathe, and focus on what’s truly manageable.
This Mother’s Day, she plans to celebrate in a familiar and heartwarming way—getting pampered by Alina, something her daughter loves to do often. As a parting message to all mothers, Shruti shares, “Please remember to be kind to yourselves and ask for help when in need. There can’t be any better self-love and self-care than that.” As for Alina’s own idea of Mother’s Day? “I’ll have to ask her and get back on this,” Shruti laughs, leaving us with the image of a mother and daughter duo full of love, laughter, and shared joy.
Shruti Seth Aslam’s story is a beautiful reminder that motherhood is not about perfection—it’s about presence, patience, and embracing the chaos with grace. Her journey inspires us to honor every version of ourselves, whether we’re on set, at home, or somewhere in between.