Ranbir Kapoor admits to seeking therapy before dad Rishi Kapoor got sick: ‘It’s nice to tackle mental health quietly with…’

As a long-time admirer of Ranbir Kapoor’s talent and journey, it’s always intriguing to delve into his thoughts and experiences. In this recent conversation, he showed yet again his courage to confront personal challenges, which is truly inspiring. His candid admission about seeking therapy before his father’s illness and his honesty about its shortcomings are a testament to his vulnerability, something that many of us can relate to.

Currently engrossed in filming Nitesh Tiwari’s epic Ramayana, Ranbir Kapoor took a moment to ponder over his life, profession, and choices. This introspection occurred during a recent chat with Nikhil Kamath. Interestingly, before his father Rishi Kapoor was diagnosed with leukemia, Ranbir openly acknowledged seeking therapy.

In a candid conversation, the actor of Brahmastra confessed that the project didn’t succeed for him due to two primary reasons. First, he found it challenging to fully convey his feelings to the therapist. Second, he felt that the therapist was showing him methods to control life instead of living authentically. He later emphasized that one can conquer such emotions by learning and educating oneself about relevant topics.

In his own words, Ranbir Kapoor shared that he chose not to artificially control his life by suppressing feelings as this brought him tranquility.

During the same discussion, Ranbir expressed his ideas about male vulnerability, noting that expressing thoughts on these subjects might lead others to perceive him as ‘unfeminist’ or ‘male chauvinist’. However, he asserted, “I believe it doesn’t matter if you’re a man or a woman, if you’re not mentally well, it’s okay to seek help. It’s okay to express your feelings, and the people who care about you will comprehend.”

Runbir emphasized that addressing mental health issues is something that should be handled “with care and elegance without causing a fuss”. He encouraged people not to use it as an escape route from taking on responsibilities or defining their behavior. Instead, he suggested dealing with the issue head-on and continuing to persevere, Runbir concluded his statement.

Regarding his professional commitments, aside from working on Ramayana, Ranbir also has two upcoming projects: the second part of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal Park and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love And War, both set to begin production shortly.

2024-08-04 10:53

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