Remo D'Souza and Lizelle Share Candid Insights on Faith, Conversion, and Spiritual Evolution
In a remarkably open and heartfelt conversation on Nayandeep Rakshit's YouTube channel, Bollywood choreographer and filmmaker Remo D'Souza and his wife Lizelle delved deep into their personal journeys with faith, spirituality, and religious conversion. The couple discussed how their beliefs have transcended the boundaries of any single religion, evolving into a more inclusive and experiential understanding of spirituality.
Remo's Conversion to Christianity and Family's Unwavering Acceptance
Remo D'Souza, originally named Ramesh Gopi Nair, spoke about his decision to convert to Christianity and the surprisingly calm reaction from his family. "No, I think my parents were very... I don't know how they were so cool," he reflected, expressing gratitude for their lack of pressure or judgment.
He shared a particularly touching anecdote about informing his father of his intentions. "I went one day and told my father that I do a lot of work for the Church, and I think I want to join them. He said, 'Thik hai, karle. Bas mera naam mat change karna (Okay, do it. Just don't change my name).' So that's why my name is Remo Gopi D'Souza." This moment highlighted how acceptance, rather than resistance, profoundly shaped his conversion journey.
Lizelle's Spiritual Path: From Catholicism to Embracing Hinduism
Lizelle D'Souza, who was raised Catholic, revealed how her own spiritual path has expanded significantly over the years. "For me, it's very, very important, even for him. I was born a Catholic, he was born a Hindu, and he later converted. I used to always keep Ganpati... for the last 25 years now," she explained, illustrating her long-standing connection to Hindu traditions.
She attributed a significant shift in her spiritual inclination to the passing of her parents. "In the last 4–5 years, maybe because of the passing of my parents, I have suddenly found myself drawn towards Hinduism. I do all the pujas and stuff, and I like doing it, even though I am a Catholic." This personal evolution underscores her belief in a faith that is fluid and responsive to life experiences.
Raising Children in an Environment of Choice and Respect
The couple also addressed their approach to parenting, emphasizing the importance of allowing their children to make their own religious choices. Lizelle recalled a moment of uncertainty from Remo's parents during the naming of their first son. Remo elaborated, "So we named him Adonis, and my parents are from Jamnagar, so how will they pronounce it? So we also gave him a Hindu name, Dhruv, so he has two names. Later he grew up and decided to go with Adonis."
This decision reflects their commitment to fostering an environment where religious identity is not imposed but discovered through personal choice and respect for diverse traditions.
Faith as a Lived and Evolving Experience
In recent years, Remo has openly practiced multiple spiritual traditions, demonstrating that faith, for him, is a lived experience rather than a rigid identity. In 2025, he visited the Maha Kumbh Mela with Lizelle and shared a video of himself taking a holy dip in Prayagraj. The couple also visited the Tirupati temple together, further emphasizing their belief that spirituality is personal, evolving, and rooted in direct experience.
Their journey illustrates a modern, inclusive approach to faith, where religious boundaries are blurred in favor of a deeper, more personal connection to the divine. Through their candid sharing, Remo and Lizelle D'Souza offer a powerful narrative on how acceptance, personal loss, and lived experiences can shape and expand one's spiritual path beyond conventional limits.
