Maharani of Baroda, Radhikaraje Gaekwad, appeared on Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast last year. During the conversation, she was asked whether “royals only marry other royals.” Her response was clear and straightforward, sparking a variety of reactions online. However, the majority praised her for her honesty and authenticity. Asked if “royal people only get married to royals,” Radhikaraje Gaekwad of Baroda answered: “I think, preferably. I would say families would want their children to get married in their type of family. An arranged marriage, basically.” “In traditional communities, if you are a Gujarati, you marry a Gujarati. This is how it is,” she added.
In Royal Marriages
However, the Maharani of Baroda added that marriages with non-royals are quite common, and outsiders are often readily welcomed into royal families. According to her, marriage to royals is a matter of preference, “like in all orthodox Indian families.”
She also spoke candidly about whether royals find it challenging to adapt after marrying non-royals. Gaekwad answered: “To tell you the truth, it is difficult. We have grown up in palaces. You get used to the love and respect you get from people. Or how you treat each other. That may be tough to find outside of royalty.
She added..“Sometimes these are non-issues to begin with, but I have seen these develop into issues in the long run,” she explained. “You get married. You are very happy because, as an individual, you love this person, you don’t care about status. Very good. But sometimes these traditions are so deeply entrenched in us that when we stray, we feel that we have strayed from our sense of self, our identity.”
How Social Media Reacted
Most of the reaction came in support of her, saying that what she said was true. “She spoke the truth! It’s not only royal, even in normal community we feel same,” said a user. “She is correct. Add a financial angle also,” a third Instagram user agreed.
Maharani Of Baroda
Radhikaraje Gaekwad, the Maharani of Baroda, is often in the public eye due to her charitable work, passion for art, graceful saree style, and social initiatives. She is known for her expertise in preserving historical heritage and reviving traditional textiles. Her accomplishments earned her a feature in MillionaireAsia magazine. She comes from the royal family of Wankaner State and is married to Maharaja Samarjitsinh Ranjitsinh Gaekwad.
