Bobby Deol has opened up about the profound impact of losing her father, a veteran actor Dharmendrathat the loss left him “empty” and restless for months before memories of his father began to gain strength.In a recent interview with Ranveer Allahbadia, Bobby spoke candidly about grief, healing and the ways he continues to feel his father’s presence in his life.
“In the beginning, I felt weak, empty and restless”
Reflecting on the emotional toll of losing his father, Bobby admits that it changed him forever.“Losing someone special changes you forever. At first, I felt weak, empty and restless. For months, there was an emptiness inside me. But then, the more I thought about it, the stronger I became. All the beautiful memories started to encourage me and give me strength.”The actor said that although the initial period was marked by pain and confusion, the memories of his father gradually became a source of comfort and motivation.
“I felt it, I felt it”
Bobby also revealed that he still feels a strong connection with his father even after his death.“I really do. That memory of him asking me if I was going to go to work replays in my head every day. I feel like he left me on purpose. He was 89 and still wanted to work. Maybe he wanted me to remember that and keep pushing myself.”Recalling the memory, Bobby shared, “A few weeks before I got sick, I was going to work and my dad was sitting on the couch. He called, ‘Bob.’ I answered, and he just smiled. He was 89. That moment keeps replaying in my head.”The actor said that he often feels his father’s presence guiding him.“I was sorry. I was sorry.”
He tells me to “be strong, be brave.”
According to Bobby, the love he has received from people in recent months has helped him cope with the loss.“Everywhere I’ve traveled in the last few months, people have shown me so much love. At first, I felt my father’s absence. Then I began to feel that love coming through him, from all the hearts he touched over the years.”That realization, he said, brought him comfort.“I felt good, my father is there, telling me to be strong, to be brave.”
“I can only win from here”
The experience has also changed Bobby’s outlook on life and work.“Definitely. I feel fearless now. I’ve already experienced loss, so I don’t feel like I have anything else to lose. I can only gain from here.”The actor added that he is approaching his career with renewed purpose and enthusiasm.“As an actor, I no longer have inhibitions. I want to give everything I have to my work. I am full of energy and positivity these days.”
