MUMBAI, April 7 — Kareena Kapoor has finally broken her silence about the criticism that she has endured following the birth of her first child with Saif Ali Khan.

In an interview with Bombay Times that was published on Tuesday, Kapoor addressed the controversy surrounding her son Taimur’s name.

"How is my baby’s name anyone’s business?” the actress was quoted as saying.

"All this erupted when I wanted to enjoy every moment of being a mother. Saif and I kept it all aside and savoured our time with Taimur.”

Taimur, also known as Tamerlane in the West, is the name of the 14th century Mongol invader who killed thousands during his conquests.

He went on to invade India and wrecked havoc in Delhi. It’s said that it took the city over a hundred years to recover from his assault.

Those who disapprove of the name expressed disbelief that Saif, a self-professed history buff, would name the couple’s son after such a controversial figure.

Kapoor also spoke about her decision to return to work the month after giving birth, which some have said amounts to the actress neglecting her child.

She said, "What kind of a mother I am is something that will unfold with time. I will not scream from rooftops about experiencing motherhood or how much I love Taimur. There’s always the pressure of being judged, no matter what you do. It’s about how you deal with it.”

She added: "Yes, I was on my feet a few days after the delivery, but it’s upsetting to have people judge you for it. No one has the right to comment on how I conduct myself or what sort of a mother I am. Everyone seems to have an opinion. Postpartum depression is not a must, right? It’s whimsical to generalise that every woman goes through that phase, almost making it sound like a norm. Every pregnancy and every mother’s journey with her child during those nine months and afterwards is different.”

Kapoor is currently prepping for her role in Veere Di Wedding, produced by Anil Kapoor’s daughter Rhea Kapoor.