Actress Trisha Khalid has candidly opened up about one of the most difficult chapters of her personal life, revealing why she voluntarily returned a luxury Mercedes-Benz that had been gifted to her by a married man she once dated.
Speaking during a recent interview, the actress described the relationship as one of the biggest mistakes she has ever made. She admitted that although the car symbolised success at the time, returning it gave her peace of mind and protected her from future problems.
Trisha disclosed that she received the metallic grey Mercedes in 2021 while she was in the relationship. Looking back, she said she was young and inexperienced and believed the relationship would lead to the life she desired.
“I got my first car in 2021. It was from a married man I was dating, something I’m not proud of. Please don’t judge me. We all make mistakes, and that is one of the biggest mistakes I’ve ever made,” she said.
The actress explained that her outlook on life has since changed and that the experience taught her valuable lessons about relationships, independence and self-worth.
According to Trisha, after the relationship came to an end, she decided to return the vehicle before any disagreements could arise. She said she did not want to be placed in a situation where the gift could later be used against her.
“One thing about me is that I don’t like embarrassment,” she said, adding that she asked the man’s nephew to collect the vehicle after their breakup.
She explained that she feared her former partner might eventually use the car as a tool to manipulate or blackmail her. Rather than waiting for such a situation to happen, she chose to hand it back willingly.
Trisha said she remains proud of that decision because it allowed her to walk away from the relationship with dignity and without any lingering obligations.
Using her own experience as an example, the actress advised women to be cautious when accepting expensive gifts from partners. She urged them to ensure that assets such as vehicles are legally registered in their own names to avoid future ownership disputes.
“When someone gives you a car, make sure it is registered in your name,” she advised.
Her remarks have sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many Kenyans praising her honesty and maturity in reflecting on past mistakes. Others commended her decision to return the luxury vehicle instead of risking future conflict.
In a separate interview earlier this year, Trisha also explained why she has chosen to remain in Kenya despite holding a valid United States visa. She said she is currently focused on growing her career and completing projects at home before considering relocating abroad.
Through her latest revelations, Trisha says she hopes others can learn from her experience, stressing that peace of mind, personal integrity and independence are worth far more than expensive gifts or material possessions.