REAL Fatherhood Lessons No One Teaches You | Sumeet Vyas & Varun Duggi

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In this episode, I sit down with Sumeet Vyas, Actor renowned for his roles in Permanent Roommates, Tripling, Veere Di Wedding, and Zindaginama,as well as his recent directorial debut with Sony LIV's Raat Jawaan Hai on the challenges and joys of parenting, the importance of mental health, and maintaining balance in personal and professional life.

Sumeet shares the sacrifices made for his career, the impact of fame, and his distinctive approach to acting and directing. He reflects on his upbringing, the middle-class struggle, and how these experiences shaped his values and work ethic.

We discussed foundational topics such as the essence of genuine human connections, the importance of respecting colleagues, and the delicate act of balancing one’s identity amidst family responsibilities. Through insightful anecdotes and reflections, Sumeet imparts advice on self-care, the significance of pursuing personal passions, and the enduring nature of personal growth.

Timestamps :

00:53 Introduction and Initial Thoughts

04:27 Childhood and Early Influences

06:47 How Acting became a passion

07:58 Struggles and Realizations

11:27 The process of Acting

22:56 The Journey of Parenthood

31:37 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

38:28 Generational Differences in Parenting

41:05 Privilege and Parenting

44:39 Balancing Personal and Family Values

49:28 Reconnecting with People After Having Kids

51:29 Making New Family Rituals

54:49 Balancing Parenting and Personal Time

57:20 What Life in Mumbai Has Taught Me

01:03:41 Respect and Dignity in the Workplace

01:08:09 The Power of Apologizing

01:10:57 Finding Personal Time and Space

01:12:28 Concluding Thoughts