New Delhi: Actor Sharad Kapoor has spoken out about recovering from a leg injury, the state of his Bandra residence, and his intentions to make a return to acting. Following the circulation of a video that depicted him looking frail while his dogs were being transferred to a shelter, the actor clarified that he was not asking the public for money. He explained that he had only reached out to his longtime acquaintance Hema Chowdhary to arrange temporary housing for his four dogs.
Sharad mentioned in a recent interview that he intends to sell his property and relocate. He also discussed the freezing of his bank account following a cryptocurrency transaction and shared that he and his 33-year-old partner welcomed a baby last month.
Addressing the notion that he was seeking public donations, Sharad told media outlets that people often claim he needs help to generate views. He emphasized that his primary challenge was finding assistance to clean his home, noting that Hema kindly stepped in to take the dogs to her shelter temporarily before they return to him in a few days.
He stated that he plans to sell his current house and move, expressing confidence that his situation will stabilize. Financially, he noted he is doing fine and is simply looking for good acting opportunities without any hesitation in asking for work. Although securing assignments has proven difficult recently, he expressed hope for industry support, mentioning that several individuals have already reached out to offer assistance.
Regarding his health, Sharad shared that he fractured his leg during a football match a couple of months prior. Combined with other personal pressures, the injury dampened his spirits, and he estimates he requires another three months to fully heal before mounting a screen comeback.
On the topic of his finances, Sharad explained that he sold his vehicles because they were no longer necessary. The main complication he faces involves a seized bank account stemming from a cryptocurrency sale, which he is currently appealing after inquiries from tax authorities. He added that he has turned to his brothers in Kolkata for financial support during this period.
During an interview visit, a woman and an infant were observed at Sharad's home. He confirmed the woman is his girlfriend, with whom he has been in a relationship for four years and living together for two, and shared that they welcomed a baby last month. He praised her support and noted that she and the baby reside in a separate section of the house away from the dogs. Sharad is well known for his roles in films such as Dastak, Josh, Lakshya, and Jai Ho.