R. Madhavan, who is basking in the success of ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, recently shared his parenting style. The actor has a different approach to raising children than what is preached in the current times. He stated that spending “quality time” with children is a Western concept.
R. Madhavan shares his parenting style; He calls it a Western concept of spending quality time.
In a chat with Rannvijay Singh on Mashable Middle East YouTube channel, R Madhhavan said that he doesn’t believe in spending quality time with kids; instead, it focuses on guidance, imparting values, and trust.The actor shared that he doesn’t favor the “cosmetic father” where he is seen everywhere in one’s children’s lives but in a superficial way. He said, “There will be enough time or there will never be enough time to spend with your children.”The actor added, “Don’t take up a lighthearted career right now. I think it’s a very western concept that I need to spend quality time with the kids.”R Madhavan shared his way of parenting where there is no need to spend quality time. The actor said that his son came to him once when he was six, stating that he (Madhavan) does not spend quality time with him (son).The actor recalled saying to his son: “Look at that man, my dad over there; he never spent quality time with me either… he was there when I needed him. He was a pillar of strength. Philosophically, he was there as a person when I needed help. He funded what I wanted to do, but he instilled qualities. I love that man dearly, and I’m sure I would do my best for my son.”Ajay Sanyal of the ‘Dhurandhar’ film franchise added, “If you’re expecting me to be this cosmetic dad who comes to all your school plays, that won’t be me… But if you ever need help… I’ll always be there for you.”
Madhavan says he encourages his son live life like an indian kid .
In the same interview, R. Madhavan said that he encourages his son to live life without any doubt and encourages him not to compare himself with anyone else. He said, “Live life like an Indian kid…go out and play. Don’t be convinced by people telling you that my father did this and my father didn’t do that. There are so many things I could have done, but I don’t regret it at all.”
R Madhavan’s projects
The actor is currently enjoying the success of ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ directed by Aditya Dhar. The film has crossed over 680 crores in 9 days since its theatrical release. Starring Ranveer Singh, the film’s star cast includes Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun, R. Madhavan and more. It was released in theaters on March 19, 2026.
