Yami Gautam Gets Real About Fame, Faith & Family | Karishma Mehta | Humans Of Bombay | Podcast

In this heartfelt episode of the Humans of Bombay Show, Karishma Mehta sits down with Yami Gautam for a deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond cinema.

From growing up in Himachal and Chandigarh to carrying those roots into every phase of her life, Yami opens up about childhood memories, sibling bonds, and the values her family instilled in her. She reflects on her early days as a bright student who once dreamed of becoming an IAS officer, and how an unexpected turn led her into the world of acting — a space she entered without expectations, but with quiet determination.

Yami speaks candidly about navigating the film industry as an outsider, dealing with rejection, uncertainty, and the pressure to “fit in,” while staying true to her values. She shares how films like Uri, Bala, A Thursday, and Article 370 shaped her journey as an artist, and why meaningful, purpose-driven cinema matters deeply to her.

The conversation also dives into love, marriage, and motherhood. Yami recounts meeting her husband Aditya Dhar, the calm strength that drew her to him, their intimate wedding in the hills, and how becoming a mother transformed her sense of self, strength, and priorities. She speaks honestly about guilt, balance, and the support system that makes it possible to pursue both family and career.

For the first time, Yami also opens up about motherhood — the guilt, the strength, the fear, and the overwhelming love that changed her forever. From shooting films while pregnant to learning how to let go without losing herself, this episode captures the raw emotional reality of becoming a mother while continuing to chase purpose.

This is not a celebrity interview. This is a conversation about identity, faith, resilience, and choosing your own pace in a world that constantly demands more.

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