I’m very slow, I take my time’: Monica Bellucci on why she refuses to rush motherhood, aging and her career | English Movie News

Monica Bellucci once spoke about aging, motherhood, and choosing her own pace in life. The Italian actor, now 61, became a mother in her 40s and said she never rushed into major milestones. Her remarks reflected her views on confidence, freedom, and how age can bring strength instead of fear.

Monica Bellucci on aging and life after 50

In an interview with Vogue India over a decade ago, Monica Bellucci told Anupama Chopra that she felt comfortable with the timing of her life. She said, “I’m very slow, I take my time. I had my first child at 40, my second at 45. I’m in a James Bond film at 50. I’m curious to see what’s next.”Bellucci also said she did not want to be 20 again. She said she felt better at 50 because age had given her gratitude and strength. The actor added that young people often carry fear and insecurity, and they do not always understand their own beauty. Her comments showed how she viewed aging as a natural part of life, not as a setback. Bellucci said her journey had moved slowly, but that pace worked for her. She connected age with self-awareness, calm, and a clearer sense of freedom.

Monica Bellucci on motherhood and freedom

Bellucci also spoke about motherhood and said it changed her. She had her first child at 40 and her second at 45. The actor said becoming a mother taught her new things about herself and changed the way she saw life. She also said her daughters were young at the time and cared more about their mother being away from home than about her film work. Her remark showed that motherhood remained central to her life even as she continued working on international projects.Bellucci also called freedom a true luxury. She said freedom mattered deeply for women, especially because women across the world still fight for equality. She linked that freedom to the choices women make in their personal and professional lives. The actor also talked about doing a Bollywood film. She said Indian directors should answer why it had not happened yet. Bellucci said she had never visited India but would love to come, and praised Indian cinema for its directors and independent icons.At 61, Bellucci’s words still reflect a life shaped by patience, motherhood, choice, and confidence in aging on her own terms.