Archive · 18 Jan 2026

Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh on Family Bonding

Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh on Family Bonding

Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh, a popular Bollywood couple, talked about their family life on a podcast.

Riteish shared that Genelia became close with his family long before they got married.

He mentioned that his father is seen as strict, but Genelia made their home more lively.

Genelia said she is very close to Riteish’s mother, who is like her best friend.

Riteish even joked that Genelia and his mother are closer than he is with his mom.

A psychologist explained that sometimes, people show a different, more relaxed side to those who are warm and open, like Genelia.

She also noted that when a daughter-in-law and mother-in-law feel emotionally safe and respected, they can form a strong friendship.

The Deshmukhs’ family shows that warmth and openness are more important than traditional roles in building strong relationships.

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