Pankaj Udhas’ wife Farida borrowed money for his first album: ‘Nothing can match this ever’

The music maestro said, “I come from a family of landlords in Gujarat. Farida comes from a traditional Parsi family. So there was resistance from both sides. But I wanted to marry only with our parents’ blessings. I decided to meet her father — a retired police officer possessing a licensed gun. He reluctantly agreed saying, ‘If you think you can be happy, then go ahead.’ We got married on February 11, 1982.”

 

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Pankaj Udhas had also revealed how Farida used to help him in his tough times. He said, “While I was launching my first album, I ran short of a few thousand rupees. Farida didn’t have money either. We weren’t married then. But the next day she handed over the sum to me. She had borrowed it. Nothing can match this ever. We’ve promised each other that no matter how much we argue, we’ll never fight over religion.”

The late singer had described Farida as an independent thinker and a good administrator. He said that she helped select his verses and guided him during album launches, also offering critique. Despite being asked if she feels insecure about his fame, Farida confidently expressed her faith in him.

Farida said, “I want Pankaj to be my husband for seven janams. Very few men appreciate the contribution of a woman in their lives. He is one of them. That has seen us through.”