Avantika Malik Opens Up About Co-Parenting Daughter Imara With Ex-Husband Imran Khan

Avantika Malik has opened up about her approach to co-parenting with ex-husband Imran Khan, discussing how they navigate raising their daughter after their separation. Speaking on Soha Ali Khan’s podcast All About Her, Avantika shared details about the conversations she and Imran had regarding their parenting responsibilities and the tools they utilize to ensure a healthy environment for their child.

The former couple met when they were 19, dated for a decade, married in 2011, and eventually separated in 2019 after a total of 18 years together. Amid public social media theories at the time, Avantika and Imran focused on prioritizing their child while dealing with the transition.

During the podcast episode, Avantika reflected on a conversation she shared with Imran regarding how they wanted to approach raising their daughter, Imara. Having experienced being children of divorce themselves, both parents were determined to handle their separation differently.

As Avantika noted on the show, they agreed that they could not repeat past mistakes because they possess resources and understanding that previous generations lacked. She mentioned that being a child of divorce herself helped her navigate the process and maintain a healthy, efficient approach to parenting through the split.

When the separation occurred, Imara was around four or five years old and occasionally asked questions about whether she would have another mother or father. Avantika recalled reassuring her daughter that her position was secure and that nobody else could replace her mother.

The mixologist emphasized that she and Imran were clear about keeping their daughter's mental health and sense of being loved completely intact. Avantika assured Imara that neither parent was going anywhere, that she remained their primary priority, and that she would not be deprived of affection from extended family members like grandparents and aunts.

In the initial years following the separation, Avantika and Imran maintained a structured arrangement to provide consistency for their child. Over time, that arrangement has naturally evolved.

Now that their daughter is a teenager, Avantika explained that the schedule has become more fluid. While a foundation of structure was important during her younger years, their daughter now helps decide where she wants to spend her time.

The candid conversation sheds light on how the former couple has successfully managed shared responsibilities over the years. By focusing on open communication and putting their child first, Avantika and Imran continue to maintain a collaborative approach to family life.