Sunny Leone and her husband Daniel Weber, who recently adopted a baby girl Nisha from India, says that being a mother is the most amazing feeling in the world.
“I run around the house now playing with Playdoh and toys. This little girl had to go through her own struggles to get to us and I truly believe that God sent her to us and not the other way round,” Leone said in an interview with Gulf News tabloid!.
She had just finished her turn as the showstopper for retailer Splash at Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai on Sunday.
“I have tailored my life around Nisha now. We are hands-on parents. We love changing nappies, feeding and putting her to bed. We have a nanny but we have told [her] that we will call her if we need her. Daniel and I switch because either I am home or he’s home,” said Leone.
While the arrival of Nisha, who is as “cute as a button”, has transformed their lives, the news of the adoption has evoked mixed reactions among movie-mad Indians. While some hailed their decision to adopt, many questioned the actress’ choice and debated whether a former adult film star could be a good parent. Some even took a swipe at the fact that Nisha was dark-skinned, therefore less desirable, revealing the deep-seated racism among some Indians. But she isn’t going to let any negativity mar her new-found happiness.
“They were some really nice ones last week, thank you guys,” said Leone sarcastically.
“I understand that as a public figure you put yourself out to the world… But I know how to deal with it,” she added. She has the perfect remedy to cut through trolls and derisive comments. Give those judgmental ones a tight hug.
“They need something like the Jaadu Ki Jappy [a magical hug],” said Leone with a laugh, referring to a phrase from Sanjay Dutt’s hit film Munna Bhai in which the hero obliterated sadness and negativity with a tight embrace. The ones who criticise are often unhappy souls, she added.
So who’s the stricter parent to Nisha?
“I think I am. I have my own style of doing things — finishing one task and moving to the next one. My whole life has been like that… I guess Nisha is having fun right now with Daniel who lets her do anything she wants,” said Leone.
She’s currently navigating the tricky terrain of motherhood and a career. After walking the ramp for Splash and attending the glitzy after party with Raza Beig, the CEO of Splash, she will be heading home to her child. So, what’s her fashion philosophy, now that she’s the brand ambassador for Splash in the Indian markets?
“Today, I wore a sequinned body-fitting gown. And believe me, it’s the most comfortable gown I have worn. Some designer don’t put any lining inside making it itchy to wear, but not Splash. I love the clothes from their collections because they are stylish and comfortable,” said Leone.
