Mindy Kaling and Meghan Markle continue to dominate headlines with their evolving careers. Kaling, fresh off her latest comedy project Not Suitable for Work, remains a vocal advocate for authentic storytelling, while Markle recently launched As Ever, a lifestyle brand blending cooking and crafting with a focus on accessible elegance. Both women are navigating new creative territories, Kaling in television and Markle in entrepreneurship, as they redefine their public personas beyond Hollywood. But what happens when a Hollywood powerhouse defends a Duchess against stereotypes?

Mindy Kaling’s candid remarks about Meghan Markle reveal a side of the royal you have never seen.

Ahead of Meghan Markle’s Netflix show With Love, Meghan (premiering March 4), Mindy Kaling dismantled the “fussy” label often attached to the Duchess. In a Time interview, Kaling emphasized Markle’s practicality, calling her a “down-to-earth person” who prioritizes simplicity over extravagance. The show, which features Markle sharing hosting tips, highlights her knack for approachable entertaining, like using lamps instead of harsh overhead lighting during gatherings.

Kaling shared that filming the show taught her unexpected lessons, such as using lamps instead of harsh overhead lighting during gatherings. She emphasized Markle’s knack for simplifying events, particularly children’s parties, which Kaling admitted she previously struggled to organize. Reflecting on their friendship, she recalled how Meghan Markle supported her during maternity leave by inviting her to Montecito for a cooking session, gifting her fresh produce and homemade jam, a gesture underscoring Markle’s thoughtfulness.

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Could a Suits comeback redefine Meghan Markle’s career post-royalty?

Amid buzz about her Netflix project, Meghan Markle has also been linked to a potential return to the Suits universe. Creator Aaron Korsh confirmed in an interview with PEOPLE that the door remains open for her to reprise her role as Rachel Zane. While the spinoff Suits LA (premiering February 23) features a new cast, Korsh affirmed that her return would be welcomed “under any circumstances,” though he acknowledged narrative challenges.

Korsh humorously noted that reintroducing Rachel Zane could “blow up the world too much” but stressed the importance of reuniting her character with Mike Ross (Patrick J. Adams) to maintain storyline continuity. Meghan Markle left Suits in 2018 after her character married Ross and relocated to Seattle. Her potential comeback, while logistically complex, would mark a full-circle moment for fans of the legal drama.

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