Esha Deol, daughter of veteran actors Hema Malini and Dharmendra, has been navigating a significant life change since announcing her separation from husband Bharat Takhtani in February 2024. After eleven years of marriage, the couple decided to part ways, a decision that reportedly saddened Dharmendra, who hoped they would reconsider for the sake of their two daughters, Radhya and Miraya.

In the wake of the separation, Esha Deol has openly discussed the challenges of co-parenting and her perspective on motherhood. In a recent interview, she emphasized that she doesn't identify with the label of a "single mother". "I don't like to think of myself as a single mother because I don't behave like one nor do I let the other person behave that way with me," she stated. Esha views parenting as a shared responsibility, regardless of the marital status, and believes that she and Bharat are still a unit when it comes to their children.

Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani released a joint statement in February 2024 announcing their separation. The statement conveyed their mutual decision to part ways amicably, emphasizing that the well-being of their two children remains their top priority. They also requested privacy during this transition.

Esha has emphasized the importance of putting aside ego and maintaining patience when children are involved. She believes that parents should focus on giving their children the best possible upbringing, even if it means adapting and changing roles. She noted that prioritizing children over personal differences can ease tensions between former partners and encourage effective co-parenting. "When kids are involved, it is important to let your ego aside and have the threshold. At the end of the day, we are parents to these beautiful kids. Let's give them the best," Esha said in an interview.

Esha has also spoken about taking a break from acting to prioritize her family. She stated that it was her choice to dedicate time to raising her daughters. "My break was purely to start a family and I embraced motherhood twice over. Automatically as a woman, it's my choice, I want to give my children that time," she explained.

Despite the changes in her personal life, Esha Deol remains focused on her children’s happiness and stability, emphasizing the need for a united front between parents, even after separation. She and Bharat are working to maintain a stable environment for their daughters, Radhya and Miraya, by prioritizing their needs and well-being.