Varalaxmi Sarathkumar Says Couples Should Have Kids Only After Financial Stability
Actor says parenthood requires planning and resources; social media responds with mixed views
Mumbai, Mar 13 : Actor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar has sparked a debate online after sharing her views on parenthood, saying couples should consider having children only when they are financially prepared to raise them.
Speaking during an interview with host Prema, the actor expressed concern about what she described as a lack of planning among some parents who have children despite financial challenges.
Varalaxmi said discussions around topics like sex and family planning remain limited in society even though population growth continues to rise. She criticised the tendency of some people to have children without carefully considering the responsibilities and expenses involved.
Clarifying her position, the actor said she is not opposed to having children but believes that raising a child requires proper planning, especially in today’s economic environment where the cost of living has increased significantly.
She added that people should think about their financial capacity before deciding to start a family, noting that bringing up a child involves long-term commitment and resources.
The conversation also featured actor Priyamani, who agreed with Varalaxmi’s perspective during the discussion.
After clips from the interview circulated widely on social media, reactions from netizens were mixed. Some users supported the actor’s comments about responsible parenthood and financial readiness, while others argued that family choices vary from person to person and cannot be judged by a single standard.
Actor Lakshmi Manchu also reacted to the viral clip online, responding with clapping emojis.
