Mia Khalifa, a well-known figure who gained fame in the adult film industry, shed light on her time in the industry, where she made 11 films in three months and became one of the biggest names field.
She has transitioned into various other professions following her brief stint of making 11 adult films over a span of three months. Surprisingly, she received a mere $12,000 as payment for her work.
Since leaving the adult film industry, Khalifa has explored different career paths, including becoming an author, hosting a podcast, and even working as a sports broadcaster. Her substantial following allows her to utilize her platform to discuss her experiences in the adult film world.
During an appearance on Steven Barlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast, Khalifa, who now goes by her birth name Sarah Joe Chamoun, openly discusses her toxic relationship with her ex-husband.
Made to join industry by ex-husband
She reveals that he, a former US soldier, pressured her into joining the industry when she was only 20 years old. Khalifa describes such relationships as common among young girls.
Reflecting on her marriage during the podcast, Khalifa discloses that she eloped shortly after turning 18. She explains that she lacked a strong sense of self and attached herself to someone who willingly exploited her vulnerability. She viewed herself merely as an object to be manipulated, rather than experiencing a genuine relationship.
She said that she was made to feel like a “toy to play with”.
Reel life vs real life
Khalifa gained attention in the past for her views on men’s expectations in the bedroom. In an interview on BBC’s HARDTalk, she highlights how the videos that she made influences men’s perceptions and distorts their expectations of their partners. She emphasizes that the acts depicted in adult films are not reflective of real-life relationships.
Furthermore, Khalifa admits that initially, she saw working in the adult film industry as her secret endeavor. However, she unexpectedly became the most-viewed performer on P-hub within two months, attracting global attention.