Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi Life in the United Arab Emirates has spread amid concerns over the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. In a new interview, the actor talked about the situation in Dubai, where he runs several businesses.Addressing viral reports and videos circulating online, Vivek suggested that the ground reality is very different from what people outside the region often perceive.He told Firstpost: “There’s an old saying, ‘Storms don’t disturb fish in the deep sea.’ Although the outside world often sees us through a distortion lens, the reality on the ground defies this narrative.’Describing the atmosphere in Dubai, the actor added, “Dubai doesn’t just ‘work’ – it has found a higher gear. You can feel the electric energy in the buzzing markets and our offices.’He also stated that business continues to grow despite global uncertainties. “We are not just open for business; we are a global benchmark for progress and stability. Our companies are not just surviving; they are adapting and evolving.”
“When I saw my children, the weight of the world disappeared”
The actor, who was recently in Mumbai for Spirit directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, also spoke about returning to Dubai and reuniting with his children.Reflecting on the moment he saw his family again, Vivek said, “The moment I landed in Dubai and saw my children, the weight of the world disappeared.”He described the scene at home as quiet normality. “They were laughing at a board game, a scene of such deep, calm normality. As a father, your priority is always their peace of mind.”
“We are not coping alone; we are growing”
Talking about how BNW Developments and his team are dealing with the situation, Vivek said the experience has strengthened the bonds within the organization.He shared, “We’re not just ‘coping’; we’re growing. This experience has strengthened our bonds, making our team a tribe, an unbreakable collective.”According to him, group conversations often start with personal check-ins. “Our strategy calls always start with a real check-in: ‘Is your family okay?'”Despite the tensions in the region, work continues as usual, the actor said. “We continue to move forward, launching projects and creating jobs. When you participate in the future of a nation, you don’t encourage the UAE; you contribute to his strength.”
“Foreign people are doing wrong”
Vive also addressed concerns about security and daily life in the region, noting that the situation remains stable.As he stated, “those abroad are fundamentally doing wrong; they are confusing the strict precision of prudence with the trembling of fear.”Praising the country’s governance and security systems, he added: “We live in a highly sophisticated security environment where everyone is protected without distinction.” The actor concluded by highlighting the country’s sense of unity. “There is a beautiful sense of ‘oneness’ here. Because of this impressive protection, we are able to maintain a state of complete and unshakable normalcy in our professional and personal lives.”
