Mehr Tarar is a Pakistani journalist, who became famous after rumors of her having an affair with Indian politician, Shashi Tharoor, appeared in the media.
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Mehr Tarar was born on Saturday, March 2, 1968 (age 51 years; as in 2019) in Lahore, Pakistan. His zodiac sign is Pisces. He graduated from West Virginia University, USA.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 6″
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Husband
He belonged to a Muslim business family in Lahore. He has a brother named Babar Tarar, who died in 2019. He also has a sister named Mano Tarar.
Mehr Tarar with his brother and sister
She is reportedly separated from her husband, who is a businessman based in Bahrain. He has a son named Musa Tarar, who is studying in New York City.
Mehr Tarar with his Son
She is rumored to be in a relationship with Indian politician Shashi Tharoor.
Mehr Tarar with Shashi Tharoor
Career
Mehr Tarar worked for a Pakistani daily until 2014. He then started working with the group’s business channel. In the mid-90s, Mehr was shooting in Lahore.
Mehr Tarar during the bridal photo session
He is a regular columnist and has made several appearances on TV. He has written a book titled “Do We Not Bleed? Reflections of a 21st century Pakistani,” which attempts to showcase the political, religious and societal conditions in Pakistan.
Mehr Tarar- Do We Not Bleed
Controversy
Mehr became the center of controversy with Shashi Tharoor and his wife Sunanda Tharoor, who openly accused Mehr of stalking her husband. Sunanda went on to claim that her husband and Mehr allegedly had an affair.
Favorite Things
- Food: Dahi-Bhalla, Aloo Ka Paratha Aur Chai
- Drinks: Rooh Afza, Pomegranate Juice
- Makeup Artist: Athar Shehzad (a Lahore-based makeup artist)
- Football player: Lionel Messi
- Movie(s): Chennai Express (2013), Punjab Nahin Jaungi (2017)
- Books: “All of My Heart” by Sara Naveed, “Pyjamas Are Forgiving” by Twinkle Khanna, “Lincoln In The Bardo” by George Saunders, “Milkman” by Anna Burns, “Jonathan Wild” by Henry Fielding, “One Hundred Years of Solitude” by Gabriel García Márquez
- Travel Destination: New York City in the United States, Skardu in Pakistan
- Sports: Cricket, Football
Facts
- He likes to travel, listen to music and watch movies.
- A Lahore-based journalist who had worked with Mehr described him as ‘competitive.’
- He met Shashi Tharoor for the first time in April 2013. He came to India to interview the then Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah. Reportedly, at a social gathering in Dubai, the two met for the second time and have been in touch with each other through email and twitter since then. According to Mehr, he got in touch with Shashi, as he needed feedback for the book, he had written about Kerela.
- Rumors of Mehr Tarar’s relationship with Shashi Tharoor started when the former wrote an article in her Pakistani newspaper column, My Corner, dated October 20, 2013 and mentioned Shashi Tharoor. He wrote-
Whether they read my tweets or not is immaterial to the secret joy that at any moment I can see Amitabh Bachchan’s latest film, marvel at Channing Tatum’s eyes, praise the wisdom of Nicholas Kristof, retweet Imran Khan’s wish for Pakistan, smile reading Ronan Farrow’s incomparable wry humor (his film star appearance is just an added bonus), be moved by Christiane Amanpour’s heartfelt words about the Syrian refugees, awww at SRK’s love for life, or praise Shashi Tharoor for his very cool words (man, his voice amazing!) .”
- When Mehr was interviewed about his involvement in the death of Shashi Tharoor’s wife Sunanda, he said-
- In December 2018, Mehr was part of the first women TEDx Islamabad, which was their first conference with only female speakers.
Mehr Tarar during TEDx Islamabad Women
- Mehr Tarar likes to visit India and has made many friends from his profession there including Barkha Dutt and Shashi Tharoor.
Mehr Tarar’s first visit to India
- Mehr is a big fan of cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan and is often seen sharing his posts and ideology on his social media accounts.
Mehr Tarar with Imran Khan
- He loves watching movies and never misses an opportunity to take selfies with his favorite movie stars.
Mehr Tarar with Abhishek Bachchan
- He is politically inclined towards ‘Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’ party.
- She is an animal lover and has a pet dog named ‘Autumn.’
Mehr Tarar Dog-Autumn
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Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
