Kashika Kapoor | |
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.jpg) Kapoor in 2024 | |
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| Education | Jamnabai Narsee School |
| Alma mater | New York Film Academy |
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| Years active | 2021–present |
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Kashika Kapoor is an Indian actress, 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).
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
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]
Film and television[edit | edit source]
Kapoor made her acting debut in the television mini-series The Vibe Hunters (2022), playing Tanya across three episodes.[3][4]
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.[5]
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.[6][7][8]
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.[9][10]
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.[11]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
Films[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Ref. |
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| 2024 | Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass | Geeta | Hindi | [12] |
| 2025 | LYF: Love Your Father | Sweety | Telugu | [13][14][15] |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Chakravorty, Reshmi (9 April 2025). "Kashika Kapoor: I believe in being raw and real". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ↑ "Cover Story: "I'm Rising With Resilience, Shining With Intention," Says Kashika Kapoor | Filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ↑ 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.
- ↑ "Kashika Kapoor will be seen in The Vibe Hunter". The Tribune. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ↑ "Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass Movie Review: This social drama makes a strong point despite the flaws". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ↑ "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.
- ↑ Ganguly, Dharitri (24 September 2024). "Actor Kashika Kapoor on her character Geeta on her film 'Ayushmati Geeta Matric Pass'". Indulgexpress.
- ↑ "Kashika Kapoor set to mark her debut in Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass". The Times of India. 4 October 2024.
- ↑ "Kashika Kapoor, Tollywood debut, 'Love You Father' - Pune Times Mirror". 16 October 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ↑ Varma, Lipika (6 October 2024). "Kashika Kapoor talks about her Telugu debut LYF and Hindi debut AGMP". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ↑ Features, C. E. (10 December 2022). "Kashika Kapoor to make Bollywood debut". Cinema Express. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
- ↑ "Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass Movie Review: This social drama makes a strong point despite the flaws". The Times of India. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ↑ "LYF - Love Your Father Review". Cine Josh. 4 April 2025. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ↑ LYF: Love Your Father Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes. Retrieved 18 August 2025 – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- ↑ Harsh, B. H. (9 November 2024). "First look unveiled of LYF (Love Your Father)". Cinema Express. Retrieved 18 August 2025.