Thin doesn't mean healthy: Riddhima Kapoor busts a common myth

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni highlights persistent fatigue as a key symptom you should never ignore, stressing that it may signal deeper health issues. She also shares her approach to sleep, stress, fitness, and building sustainable wellness habits.

In Short

• Riddhima Kapoor Sahni never skips annual full body health check-up
• She never ignores persistent fatigue, seeing it as a warning sign
• Regular sleep consistency is her doctor's key advice

Editor’s note: In this fortnightly Sunday series, we speak to celebrities about the health habits they actually follow, not just what they recommend. From daily routines and fitness choices to the small signals their bodies send and how they respond to them, we look at how public figures manage their well-being. The series also brings out the kind of professional health advice they receive that often doesn’t make it into everyday conversations.

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, known for her work as a jewellery designer and her growing presence in lifestyle and wellness conversations, has increasingly spoken about mindful living and balanced health.

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, daughter of the late Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, and sister of Ranbir Kapoor, comes from the iconic Kapoor family. She recently gained attention for her appearance on Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives and is also set to make her film debut with Dadi Ki Shaadi, alongside Neetu Kapoor and Kapil Sharma. In this conversation, she shares how her approach to well-being goes far beyond appearances, the one symptom she would never ignore, and the everyday habits she considers non-negotiable.

One health check-up you never skip each year?

I never skip my full body health check-up, especially blood work. It gives me a clear snapshot of what's happening internally, even when I feel perfectly fine.

A symptom you will never ignore, no matter how busy you are?

Persistent fatigue. It’s easy to brush off, but I’ve learnt it’s often the body’s way of asking you to slow down or to investigate further.

One habit your doctor insists you follow?

Consistency with sleep. No matter how hectic life gets, maintaining a regular sleep cycle is something I’m always reminded to prioritise.

Your go-to strategy for calming the mind during high stress?

I turn to yoga and mindful breathing. Even 10–15 minutes of being present and away from screens really helps reset my mind.

I have also started journaling recently. Every night before I sleep, I express gratitude and say my affirmations

A misconception about health you wish the public would stop believing?

That being thin automatically means being healthy. True health is about strength, energy, and internal balance, not just appearance.

A food or drink you enjoy but keep in moderation, and why?

Chocolates – I’m mindful because too much sugar affects both energy levels and skin.

A health app, device, or metric you actually track?

So I wear the whoop fitness band – It tracks my recovery, sleep, activities and stress level – a simple way to stay accountable.

What changed about your health priorities after turning 20/30/40?

In my 20s, it was more about appearance. As I’ve grown, it’s shifted to longevity, mental well-being, and feeling strong from within.

Your non-negotiable rule for good sleep?

No screens at least 30 minutes before bed. It’s a small change, but believe me it makes a big difference in sleep quality.

What does “ageing well” mean to you, and how has your approach to health changed over the years?

Ageing well, for me, means staying active, mentally sharp, and emotionally balanced. Over the years, I’ve become more intuitive with my body, listening to it instead of pushing it.

Do you see weight-loss pills and injections as a necessary medical tool or a problematic shortcut?

So I think they can be helpful in specific medical cases and under professional guidance. But relying on them as a shortcut without addressing lifestyle habits can be problematic in the long run.

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