Actress Sarwat Gilani has opened up about her struggles with severe depression, revealing that she has attempted suicide three times. During an interview with Ayesha Omar, she discussed some of the darkest periods in her life, including her experience with postpartum depression following the birth of her daughter, which led her to contemplate ending her life.
Sarwat shared, “I attempted suicide three times. While driving, I would think about crashing my car into a pole. These kinds of thoughts arise from depression.” She emphasized that therapy played a crucial role in her healing and helped her regain a sense of normalcy. It’s important to note that postpartum depression is a common issue that many women face after giving birth.
Sarwat also mentioned that a fulfilling marriage involves steering clear of material pursuits, fostering mutual understanding, and establishing healthy boundaries. She has been married to actor Fahad Mirza since August 2014 and is a mother to three children.