How often have you heard the age-old advice, "Have babies before 30"? For years, societal norms have dictated that motherhood should arrive early — but Bollywood’s leading ladies are proving otherwise. This Mother’s Day 2026, we celebrate the women who have redefined these norms, embracing this beautiful journey well into their 40s. From Preity Zinta, Kareena Kapoor to Gauri Khan, these stars have proved that age is just a number when it comes to starting or expanding a family

As Mother's Day 2026 approaches, we take a look at some Indian celebrities who embraced motherhood through surrogacy.  It can take many forms today—biological, adoptive, or through assisted reproductive technologies like surrogacy. While traditionally linked to pregnancy and childbirth, motherhood now includes a broader emotional, social, and nurturing role that goes beyond genetics