Riddhi Kumar Stuns in Ethnic Wear, Balancing Glamour and Craft
Riddhi Kumar is a versatile Indian actress making waves across multiple film industries, including Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, and Malayalam cinema.
By: Tupaki Desk | 5 Feb 2026 9:47 AM ISTRiddhi Kumar is a versatile Indian actress making waves across multiple film industries, including Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, and Malayalam cinema. Born in Kopargaon near Shirdi, Maharashtra, into an Army family, she graduated with a degree in philosophy from Fergusson College, Pune. Before entering acting, she was a successful model, winning the Face of India pageant, and worked as a dance teacher and in anchoring.Her movie career began with her debut in the Telugu romantic film Lover (2018), opposite Raj Tarun, marking her entry into the industry. She followed it with roles in films like Anaganaga O Premakatha (2018), expanded to Malayalam with Pranaya Meenukalude Kadal (2019), and Marathi cinema. Her notable works include the bilingual Radhe Shyam (2022), the web series Human (2022) and Candy (2021), and heartfelt projects like Salaam Venky (2022).
In recent years, Riddhi has shone in pan-Indian projects. Her critically acclaimed performance as Mallika in the 2025 masterpiece Superboys of Malegaon—a coming-of-age drama directed by Reema Kagti—earned praise for its tribute to small-town filmmaking dreams. She also appeared in the Marathi film Kadhipatta (2025).
Her standout role came in the 2026 multilingual fantasy horror comedy The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi and starring alongside Prabhas, where she played Anitha. Though the film had mixed box-office results, Riddhi received appreciation for her portrayal and remains optimistic, viewing such experiences as part of an actor's journey.
Looking ahead, Riddhi continues to build her diverse portfolio with no major new upcoming projects announced yet beyond her recent releases, but her pan-Indian appeal positions her as a talent to watch in 2026 and beyond.
The stunning photo captures Riddhi in a breathtaking beige embellished saree from @harshitaraoofficial and @taana_baana.co, paired with intricate accessories from @matsyasilverjewellery. Styled by @shefalideora_, with HMU by @makeuphairbydeepa and photography by @chinthuu_kliicks, she exudes timeless elegance and ethereal grace—her long wavy hair, poised pose, and sparkling details highlight her "old-school" charm in this BOUQE review star feature (@riddhikumar_). The outfit's sequined blouse and flowing drape perfectly showcase her poise and beauty in high-fashion ethnic wear.
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