Ram Charan calls himself a ‘rough dad’. Peddi actor shares his parenting philosophy and how he wants to raise his children

Actor Ram Charan is a proud father to three children, two daughters and a son. Alongside his personal life, he continues to remain a renowned name in the film industry and is currently gearing up for the release of his much-awaited film Peddi. Recently, the actor opened up about his parenting philosophy, describing himself as a “rough” dad and sharing how he aims to be a present and involved father to his children.

How Ram Charan wants to raise his three children?

In a recent conversation with Esquire India, Ram Charan was asked whether he sees himself as a fun or strict parent. Responding candidly, the actor explained that he falls somewhere in between, calling himself a “rough” dad. By this, he meant that he encourages his children to explore freely, take risks, and not be afraid of getting their hands dirty while growing up.




Ram Charan shared, "The one who lets them jump, play dirty, climb, take risks. Their mother is the nurturing pole; I’m the one they come to when they want courage.”

He added that while he takes on the role of pushing them to be brave, his wife, Upasana Kamineni, brings balance as the more nurturing and caring parent in their household. According to him, their children turn to her for comfort, while they look to him when they need encouragement to face challenges.

Ram Charan's parenting tips

The actor also talked about the larger idea of parenting and the influence parents have on their children. He emphasised that children often learn the most by observing their parents’ behaviour rather than just listening to advice. For this reason, Ram Charan said, "I want to be a very, very present person first. And I want to be a present father."

He further explained that being emotionally available is one of his biggest priorities. In his view, being a present father goes beyond simply spending time, it involves being actively involved, attentive, and supportive in everyday moments. This approach, he believes, helps build a stronger bond and shapes a child’s personality in meaningful ways.

Speaking about what he hopes his children will take forward in life, Ram Charan expressed a clear vision. He wants, "They should find a purpose and they should create an impactful life."

On Ram Charan's work and personal fronts

On the personal front, Ram Charan and Upasana’s journey together has been widely followed. The couple got engaged in 2011 in Hyderabad and tied the knot in 2012. They welcomed their first child, Klin Kaara, in 2023. In January 2026, they embraced parenthood once again with the arrival of twins, a boy and a girl, further expanding their family.

Meanwhile, on the professional front, Ram Charan is preparing for his upcoming film Peddi. The sports action drama is directed by Buchi Babu Sana and features a strong ensemble cast, including Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyenndu. With high expectations surrounding the project, fans are eagerly waiting to see the actor return to the big screen in a powerful role. Stay tuned!