Janhvi Kapoor has been rumoured to be dating Shikhar Pahariya for quite some time now. The duo have known each other since their teenage years and have been spotted at numerous public events, vacations and wedding functions. Although Janhvi has never directly opened up about her relationship status, she has always been candid in sharing her thoughts on love and partnership in several interviews. Recently, the 29-year-old once again opened up about how love has created a ‘safe space’ for her, helping the actress put down her guard.

Janhvi Kapoor on what love means to her

Not long ago, Janhvi Kapoor appeared on Raj Shamani’s podcast on YouTube, where she wore her heart on her sleeve. During the conversation, the Param Sundari actress reflected on the idea of emotional security in relationships. She admitted that love has changed her perspective for the better, adding that the real meaning of love is feeling seen and understood.

According to Janhvi Kapoor, love looks like a safe space to her, which has helped her to deal with ‘helplessness’. Calling love the ‘biggest thing’ one can experience, the actress admitted that she does not feel helpless anymore because of her partner’s calming presence in her life. Janhvi, however, did not take Shikhar Pahariya’s name.

Janhvi Kapoor on being yourself in relationships

Janhvi Kapoor further revealed that her relationship has allowed her to embrace her individuality and she has become more true to herself, without fear of judgement. The actress pointed out that when she is with her partner, there are no inhibitions as she can be a kid in front of him. ‘There is no one else I have more fun with,’ confessed Janhvi, adding that when you find someone who is good for you, that love lets you unleash your most authentic self.

In conclusion, Janhvi Kapoor stressed the importance of emotional safety in relationships. She said that her partnership has given her the safe space where she can sit with her thoughts, hear them, believe in what she thinks and use her voice freely without feeling degraded or judged for being vulnerable.

Shikhar Pahariya is the grandson of former Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde. His mother, Smruti Shinde, is an actress, while his elder brother, Veer Pahariya, made his Bollywood debut with Sky Force, co-starring Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur, and Sara Ali Khan. Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor was last seen in Param Sundari, opposite Sidharth Malhotra.