The actress opens up about skipping calorie counts, preferring seafood, sweets and a nightly serving of sev puri as her go‑to dinner.
Radhika Apte sat down with Bollywood Hungama and let slip the details of a diet that feels more like a comfort menu than a strict regimen. She says she doesn’t keep a daily tally of calories – a habit she’s never adopted – and instead leans on foods she enjoys.
Breakfast and lunch basics Her mornings usually start with either eggs or a bowl of oats. Lunch is a home‑cooked affair, typically prepared by her domestic help, featuring dal, a vegetable side, roti, a dollop of yogurt and a spoonful of pickle. The routine is simple, familiar and, by her own admission, satisfying.
The sev puri surprise When the day winds down, Apte’s dinner choice raises eyebrows. She confesses that most evenings end with sev puri – the crunchy, tangy street snack that most associate with a quick bite rather than a main course. "Sev puri is my staple," she says, noting that it’s a regular fixture on her plate.
Seafood and a pescetarian tilt Apte describes herself as primarily pescetarian. She eats fish and vegetables most days, with meat making an appearance only on rare occasions when something special is offered. Her seafood roster includes salmon, prawns, squid and a variety of fish prepared in different styles. "I love bananas," she adds, highlighting a favorite fruit that often appears in her diet.
Sweet tooth and cheat days A self‑confessed sweet lover, the actress admits to indulging in desserts frequently, balancing the sugar rush with her food choices. When asked about cheat days, she jokes that every day counts as one – a nod to her relaxed approach.
Beverage back‑and‑forth Tea used to dominate her mornings for years. A recent shift saw her swapping to coffee for a spell, only to return to a mix of both, a habit she calls "the worst" in a light‑hearted tone.
Roti, bhakri and occasional treats While wheat roti is her default for convenience, she also enjoys bhakri now and then. Chips, pizza and burgers are rare treats, reserved for moments when quality matters. Online orders tend toward salads or fish when she’s working from home.
Restaurant haunts Dining out isn’t a frequent pastime, but when she does, she favors Malaka Spice in Pune, My Old Home on London’s Liverpool Street for Chinese fare, and the Vietnamese spot Van Hanh in Camberwell.
Apte’s food philosophy is clear: keep it simple, enjoy what you love, and never stress over numbers. Her candid revelations give fans a glimpse into the everyday plate of one of Bollywood’s most versatile performers.
What’s next? The actress hinted at upcoming projects, but for now, sev puri remains the star of her dinner table, much to the amusement of her followers.
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