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  "id": 3994276,
  "title": "Suchitra Krishnamoorthi on co-parenting with Shekhar Kapur: ‘He’s the holiday dad’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/suchitra-krishnamoorthi-on-co-parenting-with-shekhar-kapur-hes-the-3994276",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-28T16:30:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
    "slug": "the-indian-express-lifestyle",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/feelings/suchitra-krishnamoorthi-shekhar-kapur-parenting-good-cop-bad-cop-children-10805451/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In an interview on the Rediff Originals podcast, actress Suchitra Krishnamoorthi discussed co-parenting with her ex-husband Shekhar Kapur. She emphasized that being a good co-parent requires remaining friendly and supportive, stating, \"It is in a child's best interests to receive love and support from both parents.\" Krishnamoorthi noted that mothers and fathers each contribute differently to parenting, and children who have both parents actively involved are fortunate. She humorously explained her own dynamic: \"He's the holiday dad. I'm the full-time mum.\" The actress reflected on her parenting style, which contrasts with her own upbringing: \"I had very strict parents. I always wanted to become the kindest mother in the world.\" Counselor and psychotherapist Sonal Khangarot explained that this \"fun parent vs responsible parent\" dynamic is common in separated families, where one parent handles daily routines and discipline while the other focuses on enjoyable, recreational time. However, she warned that if one parent is consistently seen as the fun parent and the other as the responsible or strict parent, children may develop loyalty conflicts, guilt, or pressure to take sides. Khangarot emphasized that the healthiest co-parenting involves shared responsibility, consistent expectations, and space for both parents to be nurturing and enjoyable. She highlighted that authoritative parenting, which combines warmth and boundaries, is ideal for children's emotional well-being. Parents should focus on core rules, communicate respectfully, keep the child out of conflicts, and reassure them that the separation is not their fault.",
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        "title": "Suchitra Krishnamoorthi on co-parenting with Shekhar Kapur: ‘He’s the holiday dad’",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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