Fun facts you didn’t know about ‘Homebound’ actress Janhvi Kapoor

With her new film 'Homebound,' all eyes are on Janhvi Kapoor. But beyond her famous family and captivating on-screen roles, there is a fascinating person with heartfelt dreams and surprising habits. From the cinematic story behind her name to her favorite water bottle, here are some fun facts you didn't know about the actress.

Have you ever wondered where her unique name comes from? Janhvi was actually named after a character from one of her mother Sridevi's films. Sridevi starred in the 1997 blockbuster movie, 'Judaai', and she really loved the sweet and innocent character named 'Janhvi' played by actress Urmila Matondkar. She decided right then to name her daughter Janhvi.

Initially, Janhvi's mother, the late actress Sridevi, was not keen on her daughter pursuing a career in acting. In an interview, Janhvi revealed that Sridevi had hoped she would become a doctor instead. Janhvi humorously recalled telling her mother she lacked the intellect for it. It was her father, Boney Kapoor, who played a crucial role in encouraging Sridevi to support their daughter’s cinematic ambitions.

Janhvi has a well-known quirky habit involving her favorite pink water bottle, which she is reportedly obsessed with. She gave the sparkly bottle a special name, ‘Chuski’. This personal tidbit was revealed in a video shot by her co-star Ishaan Khatter that subsequently went viral, leading to the internet also becoming fascinated with her unique accessory.

Beyond acting, Janhvi nurtures a passion for literature and writing poetry. Her co-star Ishaan Khatter first revealed her hidden talent during their film promotions, a fact she later confirmed, calling the practice "therapeutic". She once recited a self-written poem dedicated to her mother, Sridevi, at the International Film Festival of India in Goa.

Contrary to grand celebrity wedding trends, Janhvi envisions a more intimate and traditional ceremony for her future. She revealed in an interview with Vogue that her dream wedding destination is Tirupati. Her dream includes wearing a Kanjeevaram zari sari and celebrating with a traditional South Indian feast, or daawat, featuring her favorite dishes like idli, sambhar, and curd rice.