Entrepreneur Upasana Kamineni Konidela, wife of South Indian superstar Ram Charan, has ignited a significant discussion surrounding women’s decisions to freeze their eggs to prioritize career advancement. Following criticism on social media, Konidela took to X (formerly Twitter) to articulate her stance, stating, “I’m happy to have sparked a healthy debate & thank you for your respectful responses.” She announced plans to further elaborate on the “pleasures/pressures of privilege” that have been a topic of discussion.
Konidela emphasized the importance of informed discourse, encouraging followers to review accompanying factual information to foster constructive comments. She also issued a call to action for employers, urging them to collaborate in increasing female representation in the workforce. In a series of thought-provoking questions, she challenged societal norms, asking if it’s wrong for women to marry for love, delay marriage until finding the right partner, choose the timing of parenthood based on personal circumstances, or set career goals before focusing solely on marriage or early childbearing.
Addressing specific criticisms, Konidela clarified her personal timeline. “I married for love and companionship at 27—a choice I made on my own terms. At 29, I decided to freeze my eggs for personal and health reasons,” she explained. She highlighted that this decision was made to empower other women to explore their options. Konidela welcomed her first child at 36 and is now expecting twins at 39, underscoring her belief that a stable environment, built by balancing career and marriage, is crucial for raising a family. “Marriage and career are not competing priorities — they are equally meaningful parts of a fulfilled life. But I decide the timeline! That’s not privilege; it’s my right!!!” she asserted.
