R Madhavan opens up about feeling financially insecure

Actor R Madhavan recently discussed his financial habits in a conversation with Rannvijay Singha on an episode of Mashable's Dubai Journey series, coinciding with the release of his new film "Hisaab Barabar" on Zee5. During the candid chat, Madhavan admitted to feeling insecure about his finances.

He confessed, “I am really insecure about my bank account. I really do not know how much I have, and how much I can afford to scrutinise it because I don't know what will come of it. I have a broad understanding of (how much I have).”

The actor also shared a personal achievement during the conversation, revealing that he owns a small family boat and has earned a captain's license- a skill he developed during the COVID pandemic. “I have a simple, small boat, which is enough for the family. But I always wanted to get a captain's license. I want to make every year significant by learning a new skill. During COVID, the new skill I learned was getting my captain's license and learning to navigate a boat. It's not that difficult,” Madhavan explained.

Additionally, Madhavan acknowledged that his wife, Sarita, also believes he isn't very meticulous about financial matters. In an interview with Just Too Filmy, Madhavan remarked, “I am not very careful about my spending but I always live within my means... if it does not fit my budget, I will not buy it.

I do not have worldly possessions, that is the reflection of my stardom. But I do have the liberty that this stardom offers me and I enjoy it.”

"Hisaab Barabar," directed by Ashwni Dhir, premiered on OTT on January 24, 2025. The social drama centers on an honest ticket collector working for the Indian Railways who embarks on a mission to expose financial fraud orchestrated by a banker.