Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey shocked his fans on Monday after he put up a post on social media announcing that he has decided to step away from showbiz and "go back home". However, the actor has now clarified that he was not 'retiring' from the film industry, but will only be taking "some time off".
Vikrant issued an official statement via his spokesperson in which he stated that his work was taking a toll on his health, which is why he has decided to take a break. "Acting is all I can do. And it has given me everything I have. My physical and mental health have taken a hit. I just want to take some time off, want to better my craft. I feel a sense of monotony at the moment.," he said.
Addressing his social media post, he further mentioned, "My post has been misinterpreted -- that I am quitting or retiring from acting. I want to take some time off to focus on my family and health. I would be back when the time feels right."
Vikrant took to his Instagram in the wee hours of Monday and announced that his two films releasing next year would be his last ones for a while. "The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your indelible support. But as I move forward, I realise it’s time to recalibrate and go back home. As a Husband, Father & a Son. And also as an Actor (sic)," he wrote.
"So, coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time. Until time deems right. Last 2 movies and many a years of memories," he added.
Vikrant recently starred in The Sabarmati Report, which claims to tell the truth behind the burning of the Sabarmati Express in Godhra, which led to the Gujarat Riots in 2002. On Monday, the film was screened in the Parliament, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Amit Shah, Kangana Ranaut, Jeetendra and others, watched the film and lauded it for "showing the truth".
Post the screening, Vikrant called watching his film with PM Modi the "highest point of his career". "I still can't fully express it in words because I am so happy... This is the highest point of my career, that I got to watch my film with the Prime Minister," he shared.
The Sabarmati Report also stars Raashii Khanna and Ridhi Dogra in key roles.
