Actor and politician Ravi Kishan recently opened up about his journey, revealing how immense success led to arrogance and how personal tragedies, along with his wife’s intervention, brought him back to earth.
When Success Went to His Head
Ravi Kishan, currently earning accolades for his roles in “Laapataa Ladies” and the web show “Maamla Legal Hai,” shared a candid account of his early career. About 18 to 19 years ago, after a period of significant struggle, he experienced overwhelming success in films.
During that era, films often ran for 25 weeks, and Kishan’s movies consistently achieved “silver jubilee” status. This sudden, massive popularity, he admits, made him “go a little crazy” and veer off track, developing an arrogant attitude.
He explained that while much of Hindi cinema largely focused on stories for non-resident Indians (NRIs) at the time, his films, deeply rooted in local culture, resonated strongly with the masses. This unique appeal fueled his immense popularity, making him a sensation.
His Wife’s Timely Intervention
Seeing his transformation, Ravi Kishan’s wife, Preeti Shukla, recognized the need for a drastic measure to curb his growing ego. She took matters into her own hands to bring him back to reality.
To help him regain perspective, Preeti decided to send him to the highly popular reality show “Bigg Boss.” He recalled, “My wife threw me into the Bigg Boss house for three months,” a period that proved crucial for reflection and self-realization.
Life’s Hard-Hitting Lessons
Beyond his wife’s efforts, Kishan credits profound personal losses for truly humbling him. He revealed that he “got a lot of whips by life,” referring to the tragic deaths of his father and two younger brothers.
He described his father as his “pride,” and with his passing, all his arrogance vanished. These deep personal losses served as a stark reality check, forcing him to confront life’s fragility and transforming his perspective.
Family: His Unwavering Protectors
Today, Ravi Kishan views his wife and children as his greatest strength and “protectors.” He shared his deepest insecurity is losing his wife, Preeti, emphasizing his profound love and dependence on her.
In moments of controversy or significant life decisions, he first turns to his wife and daughter for advice and strength. They actively manage various aspects of his life, from career choices in films to his wardrobe and public appearance. His four children and wife collectively form his strongest support system.
- Ravi Kishan admitted to becoming arrogant after achieving significant film success early in his career.
- His wife, Preeti Shukla, intervened by sending him to “Bigg Boss” for three months to help him regain perspective.
- The deaths of his father and two younger brothers served as a major turning point, stripping away his arrogance.
- He considers his wife and children his primary support system and “protectors” in both personal and professional life.
