Malaika Arora and Arbaaz Khan got married in 1998 following a five-year relationship. In 2002, they had their sole child, Arhaan Khan. In 2017, they completed their divorce.

Malaika Arora, who gained instant fame from her role in the Dil Se track “Chaiyya Chaiyya” (1998), wed Arbaaz Khan in the same year. The pair met in 1993 during an advertisement shoot for a coffee brand and were in a relationship for five years. In 2002, their son, Arhaan, was born. In 2016, they parted ways, finalizing their divorce in 2017. Arhaan was only 15 years old then.

In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Malaika acknowledged that “co-parenting has its own challenges,” and discussed the criticism she faced following the divorce. "Finding that balance is crucial." In co-parenting, you must consistently find your way. However, after all this time, I believe we have achieved a good balance. Additionally, Arhaan has matured into a young adult. He is 22 years old. He understands what he must discuss with his mother and what he needs to talk about with his father. “The circumstances are evident; we know our limits,” she stated.

During the same interview, Malaika revealed that not every divorce alters the trajectory of their children’s lives or adversely affects them. She expressed, “Frequently, without realizing it, we project our fears onto our children. We ought not to do it. Children must never be aware of their parents' struggles. I am highly conscious of my origins, and my child is too, but I won’t allow my child to be influenced by any of the events that occurred in my life.

She remarked, “It is difficult. Many individuals share their views on how to live and what actions to take… however, I personally think that relationships can be quite delicate at times. I hope my marriage lasts for eternity. However, it was impossible. However, that doesn’t signify that I have given up on love. It doesn’t imply that my actions are a significant error. Events that were destined to occur have taken place. Numerous circumstances exist in which one can attempt to resolve issues and ensure a positive outcome. However, at a certain moment, we concluded that this wouldn't be feasible