Randeep Hooda Says His Father Is His Hero: ‘He Sold My Property To Help Me Finish Savarkar'

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Randeep Hooda paid a moving tribute to his father, Dr. Ranbir Hooda, on Father's Day, calling him his hero, guiding light, and the reason he could finish his directorial debut.
On the occasion of International Father's Day, actor Randeep Hooda took a moment to reflect on one of the most profound influences in his life—his father, Dr. Ranbir Hooda. Known for his raw intensity and honesty in his roles, Randeep offered a rare and heartfelt glimpse into the emotional foundation behind his success, crediting his father as not just a parent, but as a source of strength, guidance, and resilience throughout his life.
Opening up about a pivotal moment in his youth, Randeep recalled how his father played a decisive role when he was struggling with academics in Melbourne. It was during this period of uncertainty that the first seeds of his acting ambitions were sown. 'There was a time when I wasn't doing so well with my education in Melbourne and the idea to become an actor sprung up. My father had already said, 'If you're going to be soiling your life in Australia with education, might as well return.' And that's when the acting career conversation first happened," he shared.
Though initially skeptical about his son's desire to enter the film industry—a sentiment common among parents unfamiliar with the uncertainties of showbiz—Dr. Hooda eventually saw the fire in Randeep's passion. 'He tried to stop me a lot initially, which any parent who isn't from this industry would do. But once he started seeing my passion for it, he truly became my backbone in my support system," Randeep recalled. 'He advised me to learn the skills required for the job instead of being dependent on others."
The bond between father and son grew stronger over the years, especially as Randeep stepped into uncharted territory by directing and producing his biopic on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. During this phase, he not only battled the physical toll of a serious accident but also faced financial hurdles in bringing the film to completion. When they hit a roadblock, it was once again his father who made an unimaginable sacrifice—selling Randeep's property in Mumbai to ensure the film could move forward.
'There was a time I was facing severe health issues due to an accident and he stood by me as I was recovering—not only to essay Savarkar on screen but also while I was gearing up to direct the film and produce it," Randeep said. 'We reached a roadblock of a financial crunch and that's when my father stepped in and took the brave call of selling my property in Mumbai to finish what I had started. For him to give such strong sacrifices gave me all the strength I needed."
As families around the world pause to celebrate the love and sacrifices of fathers, Randeep's tribute serves as a powerful reminder that behind many personal triumphs lies the steadfast support of someone who never gave up. 'My father is my hero, my guiding light. Whatever I am today as an actor, as a person, and now as a filmmaker, it's because he never stopped believing in me," he said with gratitude.
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June 15, 2025, 19:56 IST