When Richa Chadha walks into the living room, she’s not just watching a calendar; she’s watching her husband’s career rewrite itself. The 2026 calendar is packed with a crime‑drama on Prime Video, a segment in Shakun Batra’s anthology, and a new season of Mirzapur—a mix that feels like a marathon of triumph.
Back in the day, Ali lived in a cramped shanty and rode a rickety bicycle—no Hollywood lights, no marquee. Richa remembers the sting of a two‑call scolding from industry insiders who declared, "Iss ladke ka kuchh nahi hoga." Yet he turned that doubt into a stepping stone, landing a role opposite Judi Dench in Victoria & Abdul in 2017.
Richa’s own comeback has been quieter, balancing motherhood with a budding travel series, Musafiri. She admits the past year is less about her own spotlight and more about basking in her husband’s success. "There’s no complexity, just pure happiness," she tells SCREEN, her voice a mix of pride and relief.
Industry whispers have followed them since day one, but Richa’s perspective is unfiltered. While the media gossiped about Ali’s prospects, she stood firm, saying, "I feel like I’ve had to nurture him for a day and watch him grow." Her candidness underscores the partnership that fuels their journey.
With the 2026 slate under his belt, Ali’s future looks bright, but Richa isn’t resting. The next chapter? A new travel series that will take her—and us—on a global road trip, while Ali keeps delivering on the big screen. The couple’s story reminds us that the road from a bicycle to a blockbuster is paved with resilience and a good dose of love.