Why Did Ranbir Ask Sister Riddhima Kapoor Sahni to 'Stay Honest on Camera' Before Her Debut In Daadi Ki Shaadi?

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Kapoor Sahni is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Daadi Ki Shaadi, marking a new chapter in the Kapoor family legacy. Ahead of the film’s release, she has been drawing attention not just for her role but also for the preparation behind it. Riddhima recently shared that she received valuable acting guidance from her brother, actor Ranbir Kapoor, who advised her to stay honest in front of the camera and focus on “living the character” rather than performing it. She revealed that this simple yet powerful advice helped him approach his debut with confidence and a steady mindset.

What did Ranbir Kapoor advise Riddhima Kapoor Sahni?

In a statement, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni shared that her brother Ranbir Kapoor gave her an important acting advice. She said, “I spoke to Ranbir before starting. His biggest advice was to stay honest in front of the camera. He told me to trust my instincts and just live the character rather than perform it—and that really stayed with me."

About Daadi Ki Shaadi

Daadi Ki Shaadi, set to release on May 8, 2026, is a family comedy directed by Ashish R. Mohan and stars Neetu Kapoor alongside Kapil Sharma. The story revolves around a grandmother who, at the end of her life, shocks her family by deciding to remarry. Neetu Kapoor plays the role of this grandmother in the film. The family struggles to accept his decision, resulting in a mix of comical situations and emotional turmoil. Essentially, the film highlights love, second chances, and changing perspectives within a traditional family structure.

The film's story is set in the context of the 'Gen D to Gen Z' generation, where the life of a traditional family is turned upside down when the head of the family (Neetu Kapoor) expresses her desire to remarry. The film challenges societal perceptions about aging and love and proves that it's never too late to find companionship. It's a mix of slapstick humor, family drama, and a bit of suspense, which is expected to be a fun experience to enjoy with the family. The trailer highlights the generational conflict and the chaos caused when 'grandmothers' break the rules.Daadi Ki Shaadi is produced by Rtake Studios, BeingU Studios, and Shimla Talkies and is written and directed by Ashish R Mohan. Meanwhile, prior to her film debut, Riddhima appeared in the third season of the Netflix reality series, The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives.