Arjun Rampal has never been one to shy away from sharing his emotional side, but his latest interview reveals a depth of pain that fans haven’t seen before. The actor, who separated from longtime wife Mehr Jesia in 2018 after nearly two decades of marriage, has now opened up about what he calls the ‘darkest phase’ of his life.
In a candid conversation on the YouTube show ‘Cancelled to Crown’, Arjun reflected on the period when his personal life was crumbling while his mother was fighting cancer. It was a double blow that left him feeling completely alone.
The Loneliest He Has Ever Felt
Arjun admitted that the breakdown of his marriage coincided with his mother’s cancer diagnosis, creating a perfect storm of grief. ‘I think the loneliest I have ever felt is when I was not connected with myself the way I am today,’ he said, describing a time when he felt disconnected from everything he held dear.
The actor revealed that he was losing people on multiple fronts. ‘My marriage was not working out… at that point in time it was exactly the time my mum had cancer and I was losing her,’ he shared. To make matters worse, he had lost his father just three years prior, and friendships were also falling apart. ‘I was losing everything that I had worked so hard to get,’ he added.
For someone who had built a successful career and a seemingly perfect family, this was a harsh reality check. The emotional weight of watching his mother suffer while his marriage disintegrated pushed him into a dark corner.
Finding Strength in Gabriella Demetriades
But the story doesn’t end there. During this tumultuous time, model and fashion designer Gabriella Demetriades entered Arjun’s life. He credits her with being a source of strength and stability when he needed it most.
While Arjun didn’t go into details about their relationship timeline, it’s known that he and Gabriella welcomed a son in 2019. The actor has often spoken about how she helped him navigate the rough waters of divorce and personal loss. ‘She came into my life at a time when I was at my lowest,’ he implied, suggesting that her presence gave him the courage to rebuild.
Now, years later, Arjun seems to have found a new equilibrium. He’s co-parenting his daughters with Mehr, maintaining a cordial relationship with his ex-wife, and building a life with Gabriella and their son.
Reflections on Love and Impermanence
One of the most striking things Arjun said during the interview was his realization about love. ‘I think love is not constant. Everything in life is not constant,’ he stated, reflecting on why his marriage didn’t last.
It’s a mature perspective from someone who has been through the fire. Arjun acknowledged that holding onto an idea of love as permanent can lead to disappointment. Instead, he seems to have embraced the impermanence of relationships while still valuing the connections he has today.
For fans who have followed his journey from supermodel to Bollywood star, this raw honesty is a reminder that even the most glamorous lives have their share of pain. Arjun’s story is one of resilience, showing that it’s possible to come out stronger on the other side of heartbreak.
As he continues to work on new projects and focus on his family, Arjun Rampal proves that some of the darkest phases can lead to the brightest dawns.