Yami Gautam is not one to rest on past success. The actor has already moved on to her next project, Navya Naveli, a horror-comedy to be directed by Tamil filmmaker Balaji Mohan. Known for films such as Vaayai Moodi Pesavum with Dulquer Salmaan and Maari starring Dhanush, Balaji brings his signature blend of humour and emotion to the project. The film will be produced by Aanand Rai.
Speaking about how motherhood has reshaped her approach to life and work, Yami shared, “Becoming a mother shifts your entire universe and gives you a completely different sense of purpose. Everything — your routine, priorities, even your definition of strength — evolves because of the little one who now owns your heart. Storytelling remains my passion and something that fulfils me deeply. Balancing both roles isn’t a fixed formula; it requires constant adjustment. What matters to me is that my son grows up seeing his mother pursue her dreams with joy, while knowing he is always at the center of my world.”
Yami candidly admits that her career choices are now guided by her real-life role as a mother. “I genuinely believe once a mother, always a mother. Your priority, your world, will always be your child first. Being a working mother also means being fully committed to whatever work you take up. I am learning to embrace that flow instead of chasing a perfect balance,” she said.
Expressing gratitude for her support system, the actor added, “I will always be grateful to my mother for stepping in, taking care, and holding the fort back home with my son while I am away at work.”
