Aditi Govitrikar, who plays a mother in the Netflix series Mismatched 3, is in a happy space

For over two decades, Aditi Govitrikar has enthralled audiences with her grace and talent. An actress who has effortlessly transitioned between the world of films, television, web shows and modelling, Aditi’s career is a testament to her adaptability and passion for the craft.

Recently seen in Netflix’s popular series Mismatched 3, where she plays a mother, she continues to showcase her acting prowess. About the series, she says, “Both the earlier seasons received immense love and recognition, so there was a lot of anticipation for this season.”

For Aditi, there is always a learning from every role and this one was no different. “I deeply related to my character’s journey of rebuilding her life after personal challenges and becoming a successful hotelier. Her resilience mirrors my own experiences. What I’ve learnt from her is the importance of nurturing relationships—her bond with her two sons and her ex-mother-in-law is especially touching and has inspired me in many ways. Every character has a story to tell and in a way inspires me as an actress.”

Aditi had some memorable behind the scenes moments during the shooting of

Mismatched 3 and was delighted with the production team that took extreme care of all the artistes. “The energy on the sets was vibrant and youthful. We shared jokes and often ended our days with informal gatherings, where we would chat and enjoy each other’s company. It created a warm, supportive environment that I’ll always cherish.”

Parallel profession

While she is known for her performances on the silver screen, her ground-breaking achievement was when she became the first Indian to be crowned Mrs World! A doctor by profession, Aditi won the Gladrags Megamodel contest in 1996, something that changed the entire trajectory of her life, “Interestingly, I wasn’t motivated by a specific desire to become a model—it was more about exploring something new and gaining experience. Participating in the Gladrags Megamodel contest was initially just for fun, but winning it opened up an entirely new world. Modelling and acting offers started pouring in almost immediately, and I found myself at the start of an exciting ‘parallel’ career path.”

Aditi does not have any specific role models, rather, “I draw inspiration from everyone I meet, as I believe every individual has a unique strength or quality. Even negative experiences with people have taught me valuable lessons about what to avoid. Over time this approach has helped me grow, both personally and professionally.”

Regarding the industry, Aditi believes the perception of married women in Bollywood has evolved significantly. “When I started, even being in a relationship was something women often concealed because the industry preferred single actresses. Today, married women, even with children, are leading major projects, which reflects a positive and much-needed change.”

There has also been a shift in the types of roles offered to women, as more variety and depth is perceptible. “Absolutely. There has been a remarkable shift in the diversity of roles for women. Films like The Buckingham Murders, where Kareena Kapoor plays a cop, or Jaane Jaan, are great examples. These roles are complex, empowering and a refreshing change in the industry.”

Aditi, who would love to romance George Clooney on screen, is excited about the coming times. “I am thrilled about Marvelous Mrs. India Season 3, a platform I’ve created to celebrate married, separated, divorced and widowed women of Indian origin. It’s incredibly close to my heart and I’m excited about the journey ahead. Registrations are open and we are looking forward to a bigger and better season.” Raring to go!