Randeep Hooda on his new creative passion! Says I have discovered a deep love for writing
After writing, directing, and producing Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,
Randeep Hooda
has found a new creative passion — writing. While acting remains his first love, he now considers writing the most fulfilling part of his artistic journey.
'Over the years, I have discovered a deep love for writing. It has become the best part of any creative process for me. When I act, I step into stories crafted by others, but writing allows me to shape stories that I have lived, seen or imagined,' Randeep shared.
The actor is currently developing narratives inspired by the people of Versova and Aaram Nagar in Mumbai's Andheri — neighbourhoods teeming with the untold struggles and dreams of those chasing fame.
'Versova and Aaram Nagar have been such silent theatres of human ambition and survival, and I wanted to bring these stories to life,' he said.
His stories spotlight a range of characters — like a bansuri player who appears every Sunday, the harsh realities faced by struggling actors and the underbelly of casting culture. 'There's this bansuri wala I see every Sunday, standing at the same corner, playing melodies that often get drowned in the city's noise. Behind him, there's a world of aspiring actors, daily struggles, small triumphs and heartbreaks. Writing these stories gives me a sense of purpose and a way to reflect on the layers of life around us,' he added.
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