Two men asked famous Bollywood actress on a date at the same time. Confused, she let her cat decide. Now one of them is her husband

Bollywood actor Radhika Apte is currently embracing the new phase in her life, motherhood, with the birth of her daughter in December 2024. While fans were very happy after the announcement, it was Radhika’s old viral clip about her quirky first date that caught everyone’s attention. She once revealed how a cat and a can of tuna helped decide her romantic fate. The cat did, and the rest, as they say, is history.

How Radhika Apte met her husband Benedict?

Yes, you read it. In 2022, during her appearance on The Kapil Sharma Show, Radhika Apte recalled a funny story from her dating days. She shared that two men had asked her out on the same day, leaving her uncertain about whom to choose. To settle the dilemma, she and her roommate devised an unusual plan involving a neighbourhood cat that often visited their home. They placed tuna fish out for the cat, deciding that if it ate the fish, she would go out with Benedict Taylor. The cat did, and that whimsical decision led to the start of her relationship with Benedict, who is now her husband. Radhika frequently travels to London to spend time with him.


Radhika’s love story with British avant-garde musician Benedict Taylor began in 2011 when the actress was in London studying contemporary dance. The two formed an instant connection, and despite the challenges of a long-distance relationship, they managed to stay strong. In 2012, the couple tied the knot in a quiet ceremony in Northern England, later celebrating with close friends and family in 2013.

The marriage wasn't always easy. Radhika has been candid about the emotional toll of managing a long-distance relationship, describing it as "heartbreaking" at times. Still, both she and Benedict made consistent efforts to meet frequently, bridging the miles between India and the UK.

Benedict Taylor is no stranger to Indian audiences. A noted experimental violinist and composer, he has made a mark through his work in Indian cinema. His projects include acclaimed films such as Udta Punjab, Newton, Ghoul, Laal Kaptaan, and popular series like Kohrra and Heeramandi. He also collaborates with Naren Chandavarkar in the musical duo “Naren & Benedict,” composing scores for films, theatre, and dance productions.

On Radhika's upcoming project

On the professional front, Radhika Apte continues to impress. She was last seen in Sister Midnight, released in India on May 30, 2025. The film, directed by Karan Kandhari, received critical praise for its bold storytelling.

Looking ahead, Radhika is set to star in Last Days, an English-language biographical drama based on the life of American missionary John Allen Chau. Directed by Justin Lin, the film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2025 and is scheduled for a theatrical release in the United States on October 24.