R Madhavan has long been celebrated for redefining romance on screen—and even at 55, he’s not letting age define his roles. In a recent interview, the actor opened up about starring in romantic films despite the age gap with his co-stars. Drawing parallels to veterans like Rishi KapoorMadhavan reflected on the legacy of love stories in Bollywood, the evolution of age-appropriate romance, and why he considers it a blessing to still be embraced as a romantic hero.When asked about starring in a romantic film despite the noticeable age gap with his co-star, R Madhavan reflected on how rare it is for an actor to be consistently associated with romantic roles over the years, in an interview with Bollywood Bubble. He recalled watching an old interview of Rishi Kapoor, who, in his early 40s, spoke about working opposite much younger heroines, like Juhi Chawla In Bol Radha Bol. Madhavan used the example to highlight that such age differences in casting have long existed in the industry.Madhavan went on to say that he sees it as a privilege to still be cast in romantic roles at the age of 55. Drawing from what he once admired in Rishi Kapoor’s career, he views it as an achievement to continue playing such characters with authenticity. He added that working in age-appropriate roles allows him to perform without forcing youthful energy or altering his natural demeanor. While he may physically move like someone in his 50s, he still feels youthful at heart—something he believes reflects in his performances.Wrapping up, Madhavan expressed gratitude for still being able to portray romance on screen without having to alter who he is. He said that when simply being himself fits the story and is still seen as romantic, it’s nothing short of a blessing. Embracing what a fan called the “Maddification of romance,” he added that he hopes to continue exploring age-appropriate love stories that resonate with authenticity.
