Mehr Tarar, a prominent Pakistani journalist, gained significant media attention following reports of her relationship with Indian politician Shashi Tharoor. This blog post delves into her life, career, and the controversies that have surrounded her.
Wiki/Biography
Mehr Tarar was born on Saturday, March 2nd, 1968, in Lahore, Pakistan. This makes her a Pisces. She completed her education at West Virginia University in the United States.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’6″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Husband
Mehr hails from a Muslim business family in Lahore. She had an older brother, Babar Tarar, who sadly passed away in 2019. She also has a sister, Mano Tarar. Reports suggest she is separated from her husband, a businessman based in Bahrain. Her son, Musa Tarar, is currently studying in New York City.
Career
Mehr Tarar worked for a Pakistani daily newspaper until 2014, after which she transitioned to the group’s business channel. During the mid-1990s, she also undertook photoshoots in Lahore. Beyond journalism, she’s a regular columnist, a frequent television guest, and the author of “Do We Not Bleed? Reflections of a 21st-century Pakistani,” a book offering insights into Pakistani politics, religion, and society.
Controversy
Mehr’s relationship with Shashi Tharoor, and the subsequent public accusations from his wife, Sunanda Tharoor, led to significant controversy. Sunanda publicly alleged that Mehr was stalking her husband and that they were having an affair. This event significantly impacted Mehr’s public image and career.
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Mehr Tarar’s preferences:
| Category | Favorites |
|---|---|
| Food | Dahi-Bhalla, Aloo Ka Paratha, and Chai |
| Dessert | Banoffee Pie |
| Beverages | Rooh Afza, Pomegranate Juice |
| Candy | Paanbahar |
| Color | Red |
| Actors | Ali Zafar, Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan |
| Actresses | Iman Ali, Sandra Bullock, Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif |
| Singer | Madonna |
She also lists several favorite authors, books, travel destinations, and sports.
Facts
- Enjoys traveling, listening to music, and watching movies.
- A former colleague described her as “competitive.”
- First met Shashi Tharoor in April 2013 during a trip to India to interview Omar Abdullah.
- Maintained contact with Tharoor via email and Twitter, partly for feedback on her book about Kerala.
- Participated in the first-ever TEDx Islamabad Women conference in December 2018.
- Counts Barkha Dutt and Shashi Tharoor among her Indian professional friends.
- A strong admirer of Imran Khan, often sharing his posts and views on social media.
- Enjoys selfies with her favorite film stars.
- Politically inclined towards the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party.
- An animal lover, owning a pet dog named Autumn.
