‘Gen Alpha is raised by more involved parents’: Tusshar Kapoor opens up about his journey as a single father and how his son thinks his ‘films are boring’

In a candid new interview detailing the evolution of family dynamics across generations, Welcome to the Jungle actor Tusshar Kapoor speaks about the profound responsibilities of raising a Generation Alpha child in today’s fast-paced world.

Talking about his journey as a devoted single father, the child star asserted that today’s fathers make a very conscious effort to remain emotionally present and available compared to previous eras. In a recent interview with Deccan Chronicle, he said that his greatest responsibility today begins after the cameras stop working. Although he has spent more than two decades in the film industry, he believes the most important role in his life is to be a devoted and present father.

The actor pointed out that success is no longer limited to achievements in cinema. Instead, he now measures it by watching his son grow into a confident, independent individual.

According to Tushar, parents should encourage children to pursue their own interests while providing guidance. Speaking about his son, the actor revealed that football holds a special place in his life. “He’s a football fanatic. He plays almost every day, mostly as a defender.

But despite this, he scores a lot of goals. “Football is his biggest passion,” Tusshar said.Tusshar said he is happy that his son naturally enjoys outdoor activities and prefers spending time on the playground. He believes that sports have become an important part of his child’s daily routine and overall development. The actor explained that whether training indoors or outdoors, his son enjoys staying active and participating in various sporting activities.

“He loves being outdoors. Whether it’s playing football or other sports, he’s happiest on the field.

“Of course, sometimes he plays indoors when training is taking place inside the facilities, but sports are a big part of his life.” Tusshar added that encouraging children to stay physically active is as important as supporting their academic development.

Tusshar Kapoor talks about parenting across generations

Parenting has changed dramatically over the years, Tusshar said.

He feels that today’s parents are more involved in their children’s lives than previous generations, while also recognizing that each generation has its own strengths and challenges. “Every generation has its own strengths and weaknesses,” he added. “I feel like some Gen Z people become emotionally detached in relationships, but certainly not everyone.

Generation Alpha children are raised by more involved parents.

I believe that hands-on parenting is extremely important, and parents today are making a conscious effort to be more present in their children’s lives.Recalling his younger days, Tushar said that earlier children had more freedom to play outside but were rarely involved in important family decisions. “Our generation had the freedom to play outside, but we didn’t have much say in our choices,” he recalls. “Parents decided where we would go on holidays, who our friends would be and many other things.”

Giving children the freedom to choose their own path

Tusshar believes his own experiences have shaped the way he raises his son. He said that living independently in the United States helped him gain confidence and influenced his decision to pursue acting. “Living on my own gave me confidence, and when I came back, I decided I wanted to become an actor rather than just join the family business,” he said. The actor added that he wants his son to discover his own interests without feeling pressured to follow in his footsteps.

“He is excellent in academics and equally good in sports. The only thing he is not interested in is films,” Tusshar said, laughing. “He rarely watched any of my films. The last film he watched was Bhoot Bangla, because it was a family film.”Even family movie time happens according to his son’s preferences. “He prefers watching movies with his friends with popcorn in hand. He likes to have his own space, which I completely respect,” he said.

Career and life lessons moving forward

Tusshar said he has learned to accept uncertainty and remain optimistic during difficult times. According to the actor, patience and perseverance helped him navigate his life and career. “I’ve realized that we’re not in complete control of everything. You can’t predict life. The best approach is to stay positive, stay strong and keep moving forward. Things unfold in their own time, and you have to trust the process,” he said.

Sharing the advice he hopes his son will always remember, Tusshar added: “My greatest strength is to never give up. There will always be noise around you, good or bad, but you have to learn how to filter it out and take everything with a pinch of salt. Have your own mind, stay focused and keep moving forward.”On the work front, Tusshar Kapoor was last seen in the crime thriller ‘Maarrich’, which hits theaters on December 9, 2022.