Actor Radhika Apte recently gave a powerful and honest glimpse of her life as a new mom on Instagram, and it involved her attending the elite BAFTA Awards just two months post-pregnancy. The actress posted a photo of herself breast pumping milk during the elite BAFTA Awards. In the picture, Radhika poses within a bathroom, breast pump in one hand and a champagne flute in the other, beaming while striking a comfortable pose wearing a lavender color. The picture caught the reality of her balancing motherhood and demanding job.
Giving Credit Where It Is Due
Radhika credited her team, especially Natasha, for facilitating her attendance at the BAFTAs without disrupting her breast pumping schedule. She described how Natasha accommodated her by planning around pumping sessions, even to the extent of walking with her to the bathroom to help her pump and bringing her champagne during the break. Radhika pointed out how valuable such support and understanding are, recognizing how unusual it is in the world of films, particularly for new mothers working.
Sister Midnight at the BAFTAs
Radhika Apte’s movie Sister Midnight was shortlisted for the Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director, or Producer at the 78th BAFTA Awards. Directed by Karan Kandhari, the horror-comedy film is about a woman who has been forced into an unsatisfying arranged marriage, a character Radhika plays. Radhika posted on Instagram about how the BAFTA nomination was a huge milestone for the team and how she felt incredibly thankful to them for their support on her first day back to work two months after giving birth.
Radhika’s Personal Journey
In December, Radhika and husband Benedict Taylor gave birth to their first child. The actress posted a picture nursing her newborn on Instagram, announcing her return to work from maternity leave. Radhika and Benedict, married since 2012, share their time between London and Mumbai. The supportive relationship of the couple has been a crucial element in Radhika’s path back to fame.
