Indian actress Neena Gupta says Vivian Richards acknowledged their daughter, Masaba, but she raised her as a single mother without financial support.

Veteran Indian actress Neena Gupta revealed that former West Indies cricketer Vivian Richards consented to her decision to have their daughter, Masaba Gupta, and publicly acknowledged her. Gupta, who chose to raise Masaba as a single mother, said she never sought financial support from Richards or her parents, emphasizing her pride and independence. She described the challenges of single parenthood but praised her resilience, which Masaba has credited as key to her success as a designer. While Richards offered support, their relationship remains private, and Gupta stressed her decision was hers alone.