Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal, riding high on a wave of critical and commercial success, recently made a surprising and heartfelt revelation about fatherhood. At the prestigious NDTV Indian of the Year 2025 awards, where he was honored for his performance, the actor disclosed which of his films he wishes his infant son to see first. Contrary to expectations, his choice was not one of his recent historical blockbusters but his poignant debut.
An Award-Winning Year and a Personal Choice
The event, held on December 23, 2025, celebrated Kaushal's remarkable year. He delivered one of 2025's highest-grossing films, a record potentially challenged by Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar'. His powerful roles in 'Chhaava', 'Sam Bahadur', and 'Sardar Udham' have solidified his reputation for versatility and depth. Specifically, he was honored for his intense portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in 'Chhaava', a performance lauded for its historical gravitas.
Amidst this professional acclaim, a question about his personal life led to a candid moment. When asked which of his films he would want his baby boy to watch first, Kaushal's immediate response was, "Wow, the first film. I would like him to watch my first film, 'Masaan'. It's a nice film." This choice notably bypassed his more commercially successful and recent projects.
Why 'Masaan' Holds the Top Spot
Elaborating on his decision, Kaushal acknowledged the film's emotional weight. "I know it's a hard film to watch, so maybe later on, not too early on in his life," he stated. The core reason, however, was its raw honesty. "But it shows life as life is," he explained, highlighting how his 2015 debut reflects reality without filters. For Kaushal, 'Masaan' represents a deeply meaningful, albeit heavy, cinematic truth that he values sharing with his child as an introduction to his filmography.
Guarding Family Privacy with Principle
The conversation also touched upon Kaushal's approach to protecting his young family's privacy. He shared a philosophical stance, saying, "The one principle that I live by is that the thing you fear the most is the thing you attract the most." He clarified that his vigilance is not rooted in fear. "Guarding my privacy doesn't come with the emotion of fear," he said, adding that they guard this aspect of their life because it is "very special and sacred," acknowledging that while slip-ups might happen, the intent is firm.
On the professional front, audiences can next see Vicky Kaushal in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming film 'Love and War', where he will star alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.
