Riteish Deshmukh Explains Why He Encourages His Children's Paparazzi Interactions

While many Bollywood celebrities shield their children from the constant glare of the media, Riteish Deshmukh and his wife, Genelia Deshmukh, have adopted a different approach. The couple's sons, Riaan and Rahyl, are often seen interacting with photographers, a practice that Riteish explains stems from a desire to instill humility in his children.

Riteish Deshmukh with his children, Riaan and Rahyl, greeting the paparazzi.

Riteish Deshmukh on Paparazzi Culture

In a recent interview, Riteish Deshmukh shared his perspective on navigating the paparazzi culture with his children. He emphasized the importance of teaching them how to handle the attention without developing a sense of entitlement. The actor noted that his sons are active in sports and are frequently photographed by the paparazzi during their outings.

Teaching Humility Through Interactions

Riteish Deshmukh believes that interacting with the media provides a valuable opportunity for his children to learn humility. He encourages them to acknowledge and thank the photographers when they are being photographed.

"The only thing I tell my sons is, ‘Getting clicked is an honour. When the paps ask for pictures, you thank them for clicking and move on,’" he explained.

He also acknowledged that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, especially under public scrutiny. He respects the decisions of other parents who choose to keep their children out of the limelight.

Riteish Deshmukh's Recent Projects

On the professional front, Riteish Deshmukh was last seen in Housefull 5, directed by Tarun Mansukhani. The film boasted a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Chunky Panday, Shreyas Talpade, and Johny Lever.