Khandakar revealed that throughout her extensive career—which frequently involved late-night film shoots and male-dominated production units—she never experienced harassment. She attributed this to maintaining strong personal boundaries and an assertive demeanor on set. Referencing a comment made by fellow actor Mosharraf Karim regarding her formidable presence, Khandakar stressed that women in media must cultivate resilience and clear boundaries. Furthermore, discussing family life and child-rearing, Khandakar outlined the guidance she imparts to her young daughter, encouraging self-respect, avoidance of unnecessary conflict, and strong self-defense principles rather than passive endurance.