Kashika Kapoor

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Kashika Kapoor
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Kapoor in 2024
Born (2006-02-18) February 18, 2006 (age 19)
Education Jamnabai Narsee School
Alma mater New York Film Academy
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2021–present
Parents
  • Deepak Teckchandani (father)
  • Divya Ritu Kapoor (mother)

Kashika Kapoor (born 18 February 2006) is an Indian actress and model, known for her work in Bollywood and Telugu cinema as well as music videos. She made her Bollywood debut in the socially driven drama Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass (2024) and her Telugu debut in LYF: Love Your Father (2025). She has played the female lead in more than a dozen music videos.

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Early life and education

Kashika Kapoor was born on 18 February 2006 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India to Deepak Teckchandani and Divya Ritu Kapoor, she also has a sister Saakshi Teckchandani Kapoor.

Kapoor attended Jamnabai Narsee School in Mumbai and later earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree via distance education from NMIMS Deemed-to-be-University. She trained in acting for six months at Jeff Goldberg Studio in Mumbai and completed a three-year professional acting course at the New York Film Academy. [1] [2]

Music videos

Before her film debut, Kapoor starred in several music videos, gaining recognition for her performances. Notable appearances include: [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

Film and television

Kapoor made her acting debut in the television mini-series The Vibe Hunters (2022), playing Tanya across three episodes. [8] [9]

Her Bollywood debut came with Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass (2024), where she portrayed Geeta, a young woman challenging societal expectations around education for girls in rural India. [10]

The film, directed by Prradip Khairwar, received praise for its focus on gender equality and social justice. To prepare for the role, Kapoor spent time with rural girls to authentically depict Geeta’s experiences. [11] [12] [13]

In 2025, Kapoor debuted in Telugu cinema with LYF: Love Your Father , directed by Pavan Ketharaju, playing the role of Sweety. The film explores the emotional bond between a father and daughter. [14] [15]

Kapoor has also appeared in television shows like Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya and Adaalat , and has expressed interest in participating in reality television to connect with audiences. [16]

Filmography

Films

YearTitleRoleLanguageRef.
2024 Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass Geeta Hindi [17]
2025 LYF: Love Your Father Sweety Telugu [18] [19] [20]

References

  1. Chakravorty, Reshmi (9 April 2025). "Kashika Kapoor: I believe in being raw and real". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  2. "Cover Story: "I'm Rising With Resilience, Shining With Intention," Says Kashika Kapoor | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  3. "Kashika Kapoor turns into a-human eating zombie for Ankit Tiwari's new track 'Saajan'". The Times of India. 11 November 2022.
  4. "Kashika Kapoor to collaborate with Nishant Malkhani for 'Thodi Thodi Saans'". The Times of India. 1 November 2022.
  5. "Kashika Kapoor To Collaborate With Nishant Malkhani For 'Thodi Thodi Saans'". Outlook India. 1 November 2022.
  6. Ganguly, Dharitri (25 February 2023). "Singer Mohd Danish to feature in music video 'O Maahi' with Kashika Kapoor". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  7. "Kashika Kapoor is overwhelmed by the response to her latest track Neendra". The Times of India. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  8. Developer, Web. "`The Vibe Hunters`s Kashika Kapoor all set to make her Bollywood debut with Pradip Khairwar`s rom-com". Mid-day. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  9. "Kashika Kapoor will be seen in The Vibe Hunter". The Tribune. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  10. "Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass Movie Review: This social drama makes a strong point despite the flaws". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  11. "Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass movie review: Prradip Khairwar-Kashika Kapoor's film beautifully talks about girl education, gender equality, social justice & more". Firstpost. 16 October 2024.
  12. Ganguly, Dharitri (24 September 2024). "Actor Kashika Kapoor on her character Geeta on her film 'Ayushmati Geeta Matric Pass'". Indulgexpress.
  13. "Kashika Kapoor set to mark her debut in Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass". The Times of India. 4 October 2024.
  14. "Kashika Kapoor, Tollywood debut, 'Love You Father' - Pune Times Mirror". 16 October 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  15. Varma, Lipika (6 October 2024). "Kashika Kapoor talks about her Telugu debut LYF and Hindi debut AGMP". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  16. Features, C. E. (10 December 2022). "Kashika Kapoor to make Bollywood debut". Cinema Express. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
  17. "Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass Movie Review: This social drama makes a strong point despite the flaws". The Times of India. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  18. "LYF - Love Your Father Review". Cine Josh. 4 April 2025. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
  19. LYF: Love Your Father Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes . Retrieved 18 August 2025 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
  20. Harsh, B. H. (9 November 2024). "First look unveiled of LYF (Love Your Father)". Cinema Express. Retrieved 18 August 2025.