'I bloody hated it': Paresh Rawal reflects on political life and health issues, explains why he stayed away from news channels during lockdown
ETimes | July 17, 2026 4:39 PM CST
Veteran actor Paresh Rawal has spoken candidly about a difficult phase during the COVID-19 lockdown , revealing why he deliberately stopped watching television news. The actor also reflected on how his stint in politics took a toll on his well-being, admitting that the experience significantly impacted his blood pressure. Currently, Paresh has been making headlines for his recent outings in ' Bhooth Bangla ' and ' Welcome to the Jungle '.
During a conversation on Vicky Lalwani 's podcast, Paresh shared that his political journey had consequences beyond public life. He revealed that the pressure associated with politics affected his health, particularly his blood pressure, making it one of the more demanding phases of his life.
Why Paresh Rawal avoided television newsRecalling the lockdown period, Vicky Lalwani referred to an earlier conversation in which Paresh had mentioned that doctors had advised him to stay away from television news. Vicky said, "Ye jo lockdown hua tha, aap keh rahe the mujhe news channels se doctor kaha ki door raho..." (During the lockdown, you had said that your doctor advised you to stay away from news channels. )
Responding to the discussion, Paresh explained that he consciously chose not to consume television news during that time, as he found the overall media environment overwhelming.
The conversation also touched upon the extensive television coverage of a high-profile case during the lockdown, with Vicky remarking,
"Haan toh woh news channels ne jo circus ki thi lockdown ke dauran..." (Yes, and then there was the circus that the news channels created during the lockdown. )
Sharing his reaction to the manner in which the story was covered on television, Paresh responded bluntly, "I bloody hated it."
Without elaborating further on the specific coverage, the veteran actor made it clear that he was deeply uncomfortable with the sensationalism he witnessed on television during that period.
Paresh Rawal busy with new projects
On the professional front, Paresh Rawal was most recently seen in 'Bhooth Bangla' and 'Welcome to the Jungle'. The veteran actor continues to remain one of the busiest performers in the industry, with several film projects lined up.
During a conversation on Vicky Lalwani 's podcast, Paresh shared that his political journey had consequences beyond public life. He revealed that the pressure associated with politics affected his health, particularly his blood pressure, making it one of the more demanding phases of his life.
Why Paresh Rawal avoided television newsRecalling the lockdown period, Vicky Lalwani referred to an earlier conversation in which Paresh had mentioned that doctors had advised him to stay away from television news. Vicky said, "Ye jo lockdown hua tha, aap keh rahe the mujhe news channels se doctor kaha ki door raho..." (During the lockdown, you had said that your doctor advised you to stay away from news channels. )
Responding to the discussion, Paresh explained that he consciously chose not to consume television news during that time, as he found the overall media environment overwhelming.
The conversation also touched upon the extensive television coverage of a high-profile case during the lockdown, with Vicky remarking,
"Haan toh woh news channels ne jo circus ki thi lockdown ke dauran..." (Yes, and then there was the circus that the news channels created during the lockdown. )
Sharing his reaction to the manner in which the story was covered on television, Paresh responded bluntly, "I bloody hated it."
Without elaborating further on the specific coverage, the veteran actor made it clear that he was deeply uncomfortable with the sensationalism he witnessed on television during that period.
Paresh Rawal busy with new projects
On the professional front, Paresh Rawal was most recently seen in 'Bhooth Bangla' and 'Welcome to the Jungle'. The veteran actor continues to remain one of the busiest performers in the industry, with several film projects lined up.
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