In a candid new interview detailing the evolution of family dynamics over the generations, the ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ actor: Tusshar Kapoor opens up about the profound responsibilities of raising a Gen Alpha child in today’s fast-paced world. Talking about his journey as a devoted single father, the star child emphasized that today’s parents are making a more conscious effort to stay present and emotionally available compared to times past. In a recent interview with Deccan Chronicle, he said that his biggest responsibility now begins after the cameras stop rolling. While he has spent more than two decades in the film industry, he believes that the most meaningful role in his life is being a devoted and present father. The actor shared that success is no longer limited to achievements in cinema. Instead, he measured it by watching his son become a confident and independent individual. According to Tusshar, parents should encourage children to pursue their own interests while providing guidance. Talking about his son, the actor revealed that football occupies a special place in his life. “He is a football fanatic. He plays almost every day, mostly as a defender. But even then, he scores a lot of goals. Football is his biggest love,” said Tusshar.Tusshar said he is happy that his son naturally enjoys outdoor activities and prefers to spend time in the field. She believes that sports have become an important part of her child’s daily routine and overall development. The actor explained that whether the training is indoors or outdoors, his son enjoys staying active and participating in various sporting activities. “He loves being outside. Whether it’s football practice or other sports, he’s happiest on the field. Of course, sometimes he plays indoors when training takes place inside the facilities, but sports are a big part of his life,” he shared. Tusshar added that encouraging children to stay physically active is as important as supporting their academic growth.
Tusshar Kapoor on parenting across generations
Tusshar says parenting has changed a lot over the years. He feels that today’s parents are more involved in their children’s lives than in previous generations, while also recognizing that each generation has its own strengths and challenges. “Every generation has its own strengths and weaknesses,” he said. “I feel that some people from Gen Z become emotionally detached from relationships, although not all. Gen Alpha kids are raised by more involved parents. I think hands on parenting is incredibly important, and parents today are trying to be more present in their children’s lives.”Recalling his younger days, Tusshar said children used to have greater freedom to play outside but were rarely involved in important family decisions. “Our generation has the freedom to play outside, but we don’t have much say in our choices. Parents decide where we go on holidays, who our friends are and many other things,” he recalls.
Giving children the freedom to choose their own path
Tusshar believes that her own experiences shaped the way she raised her son. She said living independently in the United States helped her gain confidence and influenced her decision to pursue acting. “Living on my own gave me confidence, and when I came back, I decided that I wanted to be an artist instead of just joining the family business,” he said. According to the actor, he wants his son to discover his own interests without being forced to follow in his footsteps. “He was very good at academics and equally good at sports. The only thing he wasn’t interested in was movies,” Tusshar said with a laugh. “He hardly watches any of my films. The last one he watched was Bhoot Bangla, mainly because it was a family film.”Even family movie time happens according to his son’s wishes. “He prefers to watch movies with his friends, popcorn in hand. He likes to have his own space, which I totally respect,” he shared.
Career, life lessons and progress
Tusshar says he has learned to embrace uncertainty and remain optimistic through tough times. According to the actor, patience and perseverance helped him navigate life and career. “I realized that we don’t have full control over everything. You can’t predict life. The best approach is to stay positive, stay strong and move forward. Things unfold in their own time, and you have to trust the process,” he said. Sharing advice that he hopes his son will always remember, Tusshar added, “My greatest strength is always to never give up.On the work front, Tusshar Kapoor was last seen in the crime thriller ‘Maarrich’, which released in theaters on December 9, 2022.