Richa Chadha launches travel series, and debuts look for new role

Richa Chadha is pivoting from scripted drama into real-world storytelling, chasing culture, travel, and human stories, while quietly lining up her next big acting move.

New non-fiction pivot

• Richa Chadha launches a travel and culture series.
• Focus stays on people, places, and lived experiences.
• Curiosity and empathy drive the concept.

What the series wants to do

• Explores landscapes, communities, and traditions across India.
• Digs into overlooked stories and everyday lives.
• Aims to refresh how familiar places are seen.

Why does she feel ready

• Producing Girls Will Be Girls boosted her confidence.
• Earlier documentary-style work during COVID shaped her outlook.
• She sees a strong audience pull toward real narratives.

What’s still under wraps

• Format and platform remain unannounced.
• Collaborators are not revealed yet.
• Rollout details are coming later.

Haircut and next acting gig

• Richa debuts a short bob for a new role.
• Look change ties directly to an upcoming OTT series.
• She leads the project as the female protagonist.

Career snapshot

• Broke out after Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
• Gained acclaim through Gangs of Wasseypur and Masaan.
• Recent screen work includes Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.