Archana Puran Singh's Heart-Wrenching Revelations About Personal Trauma and Marital Struggles
In a deeply emotional and candid conversation on a recent podcast appearance with her husband Parmeet Sethi, veteran actress and television personality Archana Puran Singh has opened up about some of the most challenging periods of her life. The actress revealed intimate details about her miscarriage, the sudden demise of her father, and the profound sense of abandonment she experienced during her first pregnancy.
The Painful Memory of Miscarriage and Career Conflicts
Archana Puran Singh shared that during the initial years of her marriage, she had absolutely no desire to have children. However, towards the end of the first four years of her union with Parmeet Sethi, she unexpectedly conceived. Tragically, she was unable to carry the pregnancy to term. "I then had a miscarriage," she revealed, explaining that this difficult period coincided with her professional commitments to a film project that had its own demanding timeline.
Father's Sudden Demise and Pregnancy Discovery
The actress recounted the devastating moment when she learned about her father's passing while she was in Bangkok for a professional engagement. "We got the call there. I was standing at the hotel reception," she remembered, noting the absence of mobile phones during that era in the mid-1990s. Upon receiving the heartbreaking news from her manager, she immediately abandoned her show and embarked on an arduous journey from Bangkok to Calcutta, then to Delhi, and finally to Dehradun by road. By the time she reached her destination, her father had already been cremated.
Parmeet Sethi added context to this traumatic period, recalling, "When we found out that you were pregnant, your father had just passed away." Archana shared the conflicting emotions she experienced during the thirteen days of mourning, feeling shocked at herself for craving boiled potatoes despite her overwhelming grief. It was only later that she discovered she was pregnant during this emotionally turbulent time.
Severe Pregnancy Struggles and Marital Strain
The couple detailed the extreme physical challenges Archana faced during her pregnancy, with Parmeet describing how she experienced nausea and queasiness for an extended eight-month period. He revealed an unusual complication: "That's because you were allergic to me," explaining that Archana developed hypersensitivity to various scents, including his soap fragrance and even her makeup artist's products.
Most poignantly, Archana expressed the deep emotional wound of feeling abandoned by her husband during this vulnerable period. "I felt, as a partner, somewhere I felt abandoned," she confessed, emphasizing that during pregnancy, a woman needs her partner's support more than ever since the baby hasn't yet arrived physically.
Parmeet Sethi's Candid Admission and Archana's Message
In a moment of raw honesty, Parmeet Sethi acknowledged his shortcomings during his wife's pregnancy. "I must admit today that I didn't know what to do during your pregnancy, and I didn't support you," he confessed, adding that he was uncertain about how to provide appropriate care and assistance during that challenging time.
Archana shared that she intends to convey her experiences to her sons, emphasizing the crucial importance of spousal support during pregnancy. Her message carries significant weight: "You have to be with your wife—not just for those nine months," she emphasized, highlighting that the partner's presence and understanding are essential during this transformative period.
A Journey of Healing and Revelation
This intimate podcast conversation represents a significant moment of vulnerability and healing for the celebrity couple. By sharing these deeply personal experiences—from the trauma of miscarriage and parental loss to the challenges of pregnancy and marital dynamics—Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi have offered a rare glimpse into the human struggles that exist beneath their public personas. Their revelations about communication gaps, emotional needs during difficult times, and the journey toward understanding and acknowledgment provide valuable insights into relationships and personal resilience.
