Madhavan: Parenting means treating kids like adults

Actor R Madhavan has shared his unique parenting philosophy, which involves treating his son, Vedaant, like an adult from a very young age. Madhavan explained that he never wanted to "mollycoddle" Vedaant, instead encouraging him to voice his opinions and make his own decisions. This approach has led Vedaant to understand that his father values his perspective.

Madhavan focuses on helping Vedaant learn from his experiences and mistakes. The actor also revealed that Vedaant is quite honest when reacting to his films, offering genuine praise or critique. Vedaant's feedback, such as his reactions to "Vikram Vedha" and "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect," is highly valued by Madhavan.

Reflecting on his own upbringing, Madhavan stated that parenting is less about constant availability and more about instilling values and confidence. He believes in being there for his son when truly needed, rather than adhering to the pressure of constant "quality time." Vedaant, meanwhile, has established his own identity as an international competitive swimmer, with Madhavan consistently supporting his ambitions.