Born into the princely family of Wankaner, Gujarat, Radhikaraje Gaekwad worked as a journalist with Indian Express, before marrying Samarjitsinh Gaekwad and moving to Baroda. Apart from being actively involved in running family trusts, she has been researching and archiving the fabled jewels of Baroda state, including legendary diamonds such as the Star of the South and Akbar Shahi. She has presented her research on global platforms such as Saffronart and the India Today Conclave, starting an unprecedented conversation by royalty about their private collection of jewels.