Vikrant says he opted for no religion on son's birth certificate

Vikrant Massey has never shied away from sharing his personal beliefs, especially when it comes to faith and identity. In a recent conversation with Rhea Chakraborty on her podcast, the actor opened up about a deeply personal decision he and his wife made for their son, Vardaan—choosing to leave the religion column blank on his birth certificate.

Reflecting his belief in inclusivity and individual choice, Vikrant spoke candidly about faith, family, and the values he hopes to instill in the next generation.The actor reflected on how religion, while complex for him, ultimately comes down to personal faith and choice. In his view, religion is a way of life rather than a fixed identity. His household embraces multiple faiths, and his own spiritual practice is inclusive—ranging from temple rituals to visits to gurdwaras and dargahs.

He finds peace in each and believes religion is a man-made concept, stressing the importance of allowing individuals the freedom to choose their own spiritual path.He further shared that he holds a deep sense of faith, believing that someone is always looking out for him. He expressed gratitude to God for the work he’s received and for being kept safe each day. However, he also admitted that when he spoke about his beliefs in the past, he faced intense questioning on social media—something that did affect him.

Vikrant also went on to explain that he’s consciously raising his son to be free of religious or caste-based bias. He shared that they intentionally left the religion column blank on their son’s birth certificate, adding that the government doesn’t mandate filling it in—it’s a personal choice. For Vikrant, this decision reflects a deeper value system. He said he would be heartbroken if his son ever judged someone based on their religious practices, and emphasized that he’s determined to raise him with empathy and equality at the core.Earlier, Vikrant had spoken about the rich cultural diversity within his own family. His father is Christian, his mother is Sikh, and his brother embraced Islam at the age of 17. Vikrant, who is married to Sheetal from a Rajput Thakur background, shared that while he doesn't follow any single religion, his faith in God remains strong. Reflecting their inclusive beliefs, the couple also held a namkaran (naming) ceremony for their son, blending tradition with personal values.