Randeep Hooda Says He Has 'Become Calmer' After Marrying Lin Laishram
Randeep Hooda said his wife helped him become more open, grounded and at peace.
Randeep Hooda is undergoing a personal transformation, which he attributes to his marriage to actress Lin Laishram in November 2023. The actor shared that getting married has changed his perspective on life, both personally and professionally.
He reflected on this change, saying, 'I'm no longer the island I used to be. I can still be that island, but now there's always a bridge back to the mainland through Lin."
According to Randeep, his wife has helped him become more open, grounded, and at peace. 'I've become calmer, more open to new experiences and more sociable. There have been great changes in my life, and I'm incredibly grateful to her," he told The Times of India.
Interestingly, Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram's bond goes back years before their wedding. The couple first met while working with veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah's renowned theatre group, Motley. Randeep, being Lin's senior, developed a professional camaraderie with her, which eventually blossomed into a deep personal connection.
Talking about Lin's influence, Randeep credited her for introducing a more mindful and health-conscious routine into his life. 'She's a spiritual person, and her calming influence has brought a lot of peace into my life. She's introduced me to a positive routine with fewer late nights, and it's definitely been beneficial," he added.
On the work front, Randeep recently played the antagonist in Jaat, starring Sunny Deol. However, his most significant recent professional milestone came with his directorial debut, Swatantra Veer Savarkar, where he not only directed but also portrayed the title role and co-wrote and produced the film.
The experience gave him a fresh perspective on filmmaking. 'After directing a film myself, I have a newfound respect for my directors. I've always respected them, but stepping into their shoes gave me a deeper understanding of the endless list of issues they have to manage," Randeep explained.
Although acting remains Randeep Hooda's first love, he admitted to missing the intensity and control that come with directing. Looking ahead, he's keeping busy by writing two new projects: one is an international film and the other is a high-octane action movie.
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