Actor Rajendra Chawla, who is set to appear in the upcoming show ‘Lakshmi Niwas’, is celebrating International Men’s Day with a powerful message.
Redefining Masculinity
Chawla emphasized the long-standing societal expectation for men to be tough and suppress their emotions. He called on the men’s community to redefine what masculinity looks like.
He shared, “Through the years, men have been conditioned to believe that showing emotions is a sign of weakness. But I believe that being honest about your feelings takes immense strength.”
On this International Men’s Day, he urged everyone to view masculinity as a blend of responsibility, empathy, and openness. “Let’s create a world where men don’t have to hide their pain to be respected, and where kindness is celebrated as much as courage,” he added.
Personal Reflections
Earlier, Chawla spoke about how his real-life experiences closely mirror his character’s journey in ‘Lakshmi Niwas’. He reflected on a poignant memory from his childhood that taught him the true essence of stability and self-reliance.
He shared, “From my perspective, half my life has gone into building a home because I started my journey with that one dream: ek din apna ghar hoga. When you come from a middle-class background, you don’t just dream; you plan, you save, you sacrifice. You grow up seeing your parents turn every small saving into a stepping stone for something bigger. I still remember the day my father took me to the bank and said, ‘Beta, today we’ll make a small, fixed deposit in your name.’ I thought it was a gift. But after a few minutes, he smiled and said, ‘I’m not giving you money; I’m giving you an injection, a habit to save.’ That stayed with me for life. Slowly, over the years, those tiny savings became the foundation of my own home.”
About ‘Lakshmi Niwas’
In ‘Lakshmi Niwas’, Chawla plays the role of Srinivas, a devoted and selfless family man. He has dedicated his life to managing household responsibilities, ensuring his children receive a good education, supporting their marriages, and fulfilling his wife Lakshmi’s wishes for the family.
Despite his dedication to these responsibilities, Srinivas’s personal dream of building a home for his wife has always taken a backseat. Now, as retirement approaches, that long-held promise is becoming central to their relationship.
‘Lakshmi Niwas’ is set to air on Zee TV.