Soha Ali Khan Explains Shift in Daughter Inaaya’s Social Media Presence: Citing a "Scarier World" and the Need for "Informed Consent"
Mumbai, India – Renowned actor Soha Ali Khan has articulated her evolving approach to sharing images of her daughter, Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, on social media, citing a significant change in the online landscape and heightened concerns regarding privacy and the potential misuse of children’s photographs. Her decision marks a departure from earlier practices, emphasizing a more cautious and protective stance as Inaaya grows older.
Khan, known for her candidness, explained that what was once a comfortable practice of frequently posting pictures of Inaaya with her husband, actor Kunal Kemmu, has transformed. Speaking at a recent event, she highlighted the stark difference between the digital environment of today and when Inaaya was a toddler. "When Inaaya was younger, we posted a lot of images with her face. From then to now, the world is a different, scarier place," Khan stated, as reported by ANI.
The actor acknowledged the public’s observation that her and Kemmu’s social media feeds now feature fewer direct shots of Inaaya’s face, or that their daughter is sometimes seen through paparazzi photographs. Addressing this, she firmly asserted, "A lot of people say, ‘Why aren’t you posting her face? Sometimes she is seen, and she is papped. We know what she looks like; you’ve posted in the past’. So, just because I’ve done something in the past doesn’t mean that I can’t alter what I’m doing. I am doing it for various reasons." This underscores her belief that parenting decisions, particularly concerning a child’s online presence, are not static and can—and should—evolve with changing circumstances and increased awareness.
Khan delved deeper into the motivations behind her protective approach, expressing profound concerns about the potential consequences of making children’s images widely accessible online. Her apprehension extends beyond mere control over visibility, touching upon the darker possibilities of image misuse. "We don’t share images of her on the internet because of what that can be taken and what things can be done with that," she elaborated.
A central tenet of Khan’s argument revolves around the concept of "informed consent," even for the youngest individuals. She stressed the ethical implications of sharing personal information about children before they are old enough to understand or agree to it. "Even posting things about you when you’re too young should have informed consent," Khan emphasized. "I will be relinquishing your right to privacy in the future because I would have shared so much of your life growing up." This powerful statement highlights her commitment to safeguarding Inaaya’s future autonomy over her own digital footprint and personal narrative.
Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Kemmu tied the knot on January 25, 2015, and welcomed their daughter, Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, on September 29, 2017. Soha is the daughter of legendary Indian cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and veteran actor Sharmila Tagore. Kunal Kemmu, a versatile actor and filmmaker, was recently seen in ‘Single Papa’ (2025). Their decision to re-evaluate their daughter’s online presence serves as a timely reminder for parents everywhere about the ever-changing complexities of navigating the digital age.
