Upasana Kamineni Konidela, entrepreneur and wife of superstar Ram Charan, has ignited a significant conversation surrounding women’s choices to freeze eggs for career advancement. Facing backlash on social media, Upasana took to X (formerly Twitter) to articulate her stance, emphasizing that it’s not a matter of privilege but a fundamental right.
She expressed gratitude for the ‘healthy debate’ and highlighted that her discussions aim to address the ‘pleasures/pressures of privilege.’ Upasana also shared informative visuals, encouraging informed commentary and urging employers to support women’s integration into the workforce.
Challenging societal norms, she questioned the validity of pressures regarding marriage timing, partner selection, and the decision of when to have children. Upasana asserted that women should have the autonomy to set personal and career goals without being solely defined by early marriage or motherhood.
Clarifying her personal journey, Upasana revealed she married for love at 27 and chose to freeze her eggs at 29 for personal and health reasons, a decision she openly shares to empower other women. She welcomed her first child at 36 and is now expecting twins at 39. Upasana stressed that she has consistently balanced her career aspirations with her marriage, believing a stable environment is crucial for raising a family. She concluded by stating that prioritizing both career and marriage is integral to a fulfilled life, and importantly, she dictates her own timeline.
This discussion follows Upasana’s recent advocacy for egg freezing at an event in Hyderabad, where she described it as the ‘biggest insurance for women,’ enabling them to choose marriage and childbirth on their own terms when financially secure. The couple, married in 2012, welcomed their daughter in 2023 and are reportedly expecting twins, a pregnancy announced during this year’s Diwali celebrations.