Radhika Apte Shares ‘BAFTA Reality’ with Breast Pump and Champagne: Juggling Motherhood and Stardom
Radhika Apte Shares ‘BAFTA Reality’ with Breast Pump and Champagne: Juggling Motherhood and Stardom
Radhika Apte is winning hearts not only for her stellar performance in Sister Midnight but also for keeping it real about motherhood. The actor, who recently welcomed her first child with husband Benedict Taylor in December 2024, gave fans an honest glimpse into her life behind the glitz and glam of the 2025 BAFTAs (British Academy Film Awards).
Radhika Apte’s ‘BAFTA Reality’: Breast Pump, Champagne, and Motherhood
On Tuesday morning, Radhika shared a candid photo on Instagram that perfectly captured her balancing act between career and motherhood. The photo, taken inside a washroom, shows the 39-year-old actor using a breast pump in one hand and holding a glass of champagne in the other.
She humorously captioned the image:
“And now my BAFTAs reality #breastfeeding #postpartum #breastpump”
The post quickly went viral, resonating with mothers and working women across the world.
A Shoutout to Her Supportive Team
In her post, Radhika expressed gratitude towards her friend and stylist, Natasha (@tashtash07), for making her BAFTA appearance smooth and stress-free. Radhika shared:
“I have to thank Natasha for making it possible for me to attend the BAFTAs. She scheduled my itinerary around my breast-pumping timings. She not only accompanied me to the washroom but also brought me champagne in the loo “
The Struggles of Motherhood and Career
Reflecting on the challenges of balancing new motherhood with work commitments, the Sacred Games star wrote:
“It’s hard as is to be a new mum and work. This level of care and sensitivity is rare in our film industry and much appreciated.”
Her candid post highlights the realities working mothers face, even in glamorous industries.
Celebrities Applaud Radhika’s Candidness
Several celebrities praised Radhika for keeping it real:
- Kalki Koechlin, who became a mother in 2020, commented:“Hear hear We love those who actively help us through this insane early phase of motherhood.”
- Actor Amruta Subhash dropped
emojis in the comments section.
Radhika Apte at the 2025 BAFTAs for Sister Midnight
Radhika attended the 2025 BAFTAs for her film Sister Midnight, which was nominated in the category of Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director, or Producer. Directed by Karan Kandhari, the horror-comedy features Radhika as a woman trapped in an unhappy arranged marriage, set against the backdrop of Mumbai.
In a heartfelt Instagram post from the event, she wrote:
“Sister Midnight at the BAFTAs. Big congratulations to @deathpunkbaby for the nomination. First big outing after birth… 2 months postpartum… 2 hours of sleep… I couldn’t have done it without the fabulous people in the team. THANK YOU (sic).”
Sister Midnight: From Cannes to Global Screens
- The film premiered at the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight.
- It screened at multiple international film festivals.
- It will release in select US theatres in May 2025.
- Indian release details are yet to be announced.
Radhika Apte: A Symbol of Strength and Authenticity
Radhika Apte’s BAFTA moment goes beyond awards and accolades—it is a celebration of resilience, motherhood, and the importance of having a supportive team. Her candid post has sparked conversations about postpartum realities, work-life balance, and breaking taboos surrounding breastfeeding.
