R Madhavan Gets Real: “Why I Had to Change the Rules of Parenting” in De De Pyaar De 2 – Ajay Devgn Opens Up Too!
R Madhavan has sparked conversations about modern parenting, revealing in an IMDb exclusive why he had to “redefine the rules” to have a lasting impact on his son—mirroring the generational themes found in the much-anticipated De De Pyaar De 2. The film, which has stormed theatres six years after its first installment, reunites Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh, and sees Madhavan joining the cast in a pivotal new role.
During a candid chat, Ajay Devgn highlighted his strong off-screen bond with Madhavan, sharing, “Working with Maddy feels effortless—like friends tuning into each other. That rapport lifts every scene.” Madhavan praised Devgn’s openness, saying, “He gives freedom on the set. There’s a scene where he doesn’t speak at all—he conveys so much with just a glance. That, for me, is like attending university.”
Digging deeper, Madhavan explained how the film’s spotlight on age-gap relationships and family dynamics parallels changes in real-life parenting: “Society once looked down on relationships like this, but modern times call for new ways of thinking. As a father, I’ve learned I can’t just repeat what my parents did and expect the same outcome with my son. I had to adapt. That’s what this movie explores—how to handle these differences at home.”
Devgn echoed these sentiments, addressing today’s shifting norms: “The youth feel they have the right to choose. There’s conflict, but every point of view brings something to the table—there’s no simple right or wrong. That clash makes the film relatable.”
With honest confessions and powerful performances, De De Pyaar De 2 does more than entertain—it unpacks the evolving bonds between generations, both on and off the screen.
