5 min readNew DelhiJul 25, 2026 07:04 PM IST When Suchitra Krishnamoorthi separated from filmmaker Shekhar Kapur nearly two decades ago, conversations around divorce were far less common than they are today. Looking back, the actor says she became the “poster girl of divorce” simply because she chose to speak openly about an experience many preferred to hide. In a conversation with Rediff Originals, Suchitra spoke about life after divorce, why she believes children should never become casualties of failed marriages, and how she and Shekhar Kapur continue to co-parent despite their differences. ‘I was the poster girl of divorce’ Suchitra recalled that when she first began speaking publicly about her separation, many warned her against being so outspoken. “I think I was the poster girl of divorce in those days. People would tell me, ‘You’re too bold. Keep quiet, you’ll offend people.’ Today everyone speaks openly about these things. I’ve always believed you should be true to yourself, and I don’t have any regrets.” ‘A child deserves both parents’ The actor said her biggest …