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Iran-Israel war: Lara Dutta on her tense escape from Dubai, felt like Airlift 2
Updated On: 13 March, 2026 02:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Lara Dutta revealed she was stranded in Dubai with daughter Saira Bhupathi during regional tensions. After a tense journey via Fujairah, she returned to India, joking the dramatic experience felt like being in Airlift 2

Lara Dutta and family
Actor and former Miss Universe Lara Dutta has safely returned to India with her daughter Saira Bhupathi after being stranded in Dubai during rising tensions in the Middle East. The actor recently opened up about the frightening experience and the risky journey she undertook to return home.
Lara Dutta shares her Dubai ordeal
Lara had earlier shared a video from Dubai explaining that she and her daughter were stuck there as the situation in the region escalated. She admitted that the atmosphere had become tense, with loud explosions and missile interceptions being heard in the distance. Despite staying in a secure villa, the uncertainty of the situation made her anxious, especially because she was responsible for her daughter’s safety.

