Padma Lakshmi talks about spending 'pyjama days' with her daughter
Los Angele, Oct 30
India-born supermodel, TV host, producer, cookbook author and actor Padma Lakshmi has revealed that she enjoys an annual pyjama day with her 15-year-old daughter Krishna.
Speaking to People about their routine, Padma shared: "Basically, we get up (I earlier than her) and we make our bed, and then we get into crisp new pyjamas after brushing our teeth or showering. Then we get back into pyjamas and spend the whole day (together).
"She's on her computer or doing homework, I'm reading. Then, we kind of parallel study and watch a movie."
The 55-year-old supermodel also spends quality time with her daughter in their kitchen, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
She said: "I'll make broth and will throw in some noodles, and poach some vegetables in it. Then we make pots of tea with little sandwiches, and we get it all ready on a tray, and have a picnic on my bed."
Krishna has already been offered the opportunity to follow in her mom's footsteps and become a model. However, Padma prefers her to follow another route in life.
She said: "Obviously people have approached her. And she does want to be an actor, she does want to be a singer, but I'd rather she wind up alone on the cover of a magazine because of accomplishments in those areas, rather than just because she's a pretty face.
"I don't knock modelling at all. I wouldn't have the life I do, or have been able to travel as much as I did as a young person, if I hadn't modelled. It helped me pay off my college loans. (But) I'd rather she focus on her craft."
Meanwhile, Padma said in 2024 that she was feeling "more confident" than ever.
She had told the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column: "I’m more confident now, physically and otherwise. And I would never go back to my 20s, even if it meant I had a body that was more fit and skinny and tight and and high in all the right places. You know, I look OK now!"
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Reader Comments
As an Indian parent, I completely agree with Padma's approach to her daughter's career. In our culture, we always emphasize education and real skills over just looks. Modeling can be great, but having substantial accomplishments is what truly matters in the long run.
The picnic on the bed with tea and sandwiches reminds me of rainy days in Mumbai with my mom. These small traditions create the strongest memories. Padma is showing us that successful parenting isn't about grand gestures but consistent, loving moments.
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wonder if this kind of parenting advice is realistic for most Indian families. Many parents are working multiple jobs just to make ends meet. The luxury of a full pyjama day isn't accessible to everyone.
Her confidence at 55 is so inspiring! In India, we often pressure women to look young forever, but Padma shows that real confidence comes from within. Ageing gracefully while staying active and successful - what a role model for Indian women! ✨
The parallel studying concept is brilliant! It's like modern-day Indian parenting - being present without being overbearing. Our generation needs to learn this balance between guidance and independence for our kids.
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