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Janhvi Kapoor: Building a Star Power All Her Own

Born into one of India’s most recognizable film families, Janhvi Kapoor is carving out her own place in cinema while becoming a name to know in fashion.

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At just 29, Indian actress Janhvi Kapoor has become one of the most recognizable faces in contemporary Indian cinema. Born into a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, she grew up surrounded by artists and storytellers. But while her surname carries its own legacy, Kapoor is steadily building a career defined by her own talent, on-screen presence, and growing influence beyond the silver screen.

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Janhvi Kapoor, Indian actress
Janhvi Kapoor, Indian actress

Talent Runs Deep

For Janhvi Kapoor, the world of cinema has always been close to home. Her mother, the late Sridevi, was one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actresses, while her father, Boney Kapoor, is a prominent film producer. With several other relatives also working in entertainment, Kapoor comes from a family whose influence on the industry spans generations.

In 2018, she made her acting debut, beginning a career that has since seen her take on a range of roles as both a lead and supporting actress. As she continues to expand her filmography, Kapoor is establishing herself as a screen presence in her own right, carrying her family’s artistic legacy while creating one of her own.

The cast of Homebound (2025) at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival
The cast of Homebound (2025) at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival

And while cinema remains at the heart of her career, it is far from the only place where Kapoor commands attention. Beyond her performances, she has cultivated a public image that extends into another arena where stars make their mark.

Dressed for the Spotlight

If her acting career has put Janhvi Kapoor in the spotlight, her fashion choices have given audiences yet another reason to look her way. From Fashion Week appearances to brand trips and film premieres, she has embraced a glamorous wardrobe filled with statement gowns, striking silhouettes, and colorful ensembles.

at the Miu Miu S/S27 show during Paris Fashion Week
at the Miu Miu S/S27 show during Paris Fashion Week
wearing Manish Malhotra
wearing Manish Malhotra

Her growing presence in the fashion world has also brought her to some of its most coveted stages. Kapoor has taken her place in the at Miu Miu shows and walked for Gaurav Gupta’s bridal couture presentation in 2025, marking her presence in a fashion scene that extends well beyond Bollywood. Behind some of her most memorable looks is designer Manish Malhotra, who is both her godfather and a mentor—a relationship that adds a personal dimension to her evolving style.

From the characters she brings to life on screen to the designers she represents on the global fashion stage, Kapoor is building a presence that moves between two worlds with ease. Her famous surname may have introduced her to the industry, but her growing body of work and fashion influence are helping her define what comes next. At 29, she still has plenty of stories to tell, runways to grace, and a legacy of her own to shape.


Featured Image and Photos: JANHVI KAPOOR (via Instagram)

Frequently Asked Questions

Janhvi Kapoor is a 29-year-old Indian actress who made her acting debut in 2018 and has played both lead and supporting roles. She is the daughter of the late actress Sridevi and film producer Boney Kapoor, and is also building a presence in fashion.

Janhvi Kapoor’s mother, the late Sridevi, was one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actresses, while her father, Boney Kapoor, is a prominent film producer. With several other relatives also working in entertainment, she comes from a family whose influence on the industry spans generations.

Janhvi Kapoor has sat in the front row at Miu Miu shows, including the Miu Miu S/S27 show during Paris Fashion Week, and walked for Gaurav Gupta’s bridal couture presentation in 2025. She has also appeared at film premieres and brand trips in statement gowns and colorful ensembles.

Manish Malhotra is the designer behind some of Janhvi Kapoor’s most memorable looks. He is both her godfather and a mentor, a relationship that adds a personal dimension to her evolving style as she builds a fashion presence that moves between cinema and the global fashion stage.

Janhvi Kapoor is building a career defined by her own talent, on-screen presence, and growing influence beyond the silver screen. She has taken on lead and supporting roles since her 2018 debut and carries her family’s legacy while creating her own, now extending into the fashion world.

Moira Del Rosario

Moira Del Rosario

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Once immersed in fictional writing at UP Diliman, Moira del Rosario eventually traded imagined worlds for the fast-paced landscape of digital media as a Digital Content Writer for MEGA Asia, covering women’s stories across the region alongside the latest in beauty.

They spotlight women shaping culture today through profiles, exclusive features, and roundups on Asian representation at global fashion events. They also write about beauty through a growing lens—covering makeup, skincare, wellness, nails, and fragrance with curiosity and a strong eye for emerging trends.

Having worked in digital media for years, Moira is drawn to stories that beg to be unraveled—from the ever-changing landscape of pop culture and the inner workings of beauty to queer voices that deserve to be seen, celebrated, and championed.

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