Zarine Khan's Lesser-Known Daughter, Simone Arora Consoled by Husband, Owner of D'Decor
Former Bollywood actress Zarine Khan, wife of Sanjay Khan, passed away at the age of 81. While the public is familiar with all her children, few know much about her middle daughter, Simone Arora.
Simone Arora’s Life and Career
Simone married Ajay Arora at 21, soon after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. The couple built the well-known lifestyle brand D'Decor together. Simone worked as an art director and also runs her own upscale retail store, SIMONE, in Mumbai, known for its distinctive luxury products.
The Funeral and Family's Grief
Zarine Khan’s funeral became an emotional moment for the family. Sanjay Khan stood solemnly beside his wife’s body, his hands folded in prayer. Their children were overwhelmed with grief, finding it difficult to accept their loss.
Zayed Khan, sitting near his mother’s body, was seen weeping with folded hands, while Sussanne appeared heartbroken. A touching moment showed the four siblings embracing each other in disbelief at their mother’s passing.
Online Reactions
Many online users were surprised to see the Khan family conducting the last rites according to Hindu traditions instead of Muslim customs.
“Muslim hokar hindu ki tarah kyu kiya akhri rasam.”
“Zayed Khan was raised as a muslim, so what is happening here?”
Author’s Summary
The tragic farewell to Zarine Khan revealed both the depth of her family's grief and the quiet strength of her daughter Simone, whose life bridges artistry, business, and family devotion.