Vicky Kaushal shares insights on managing anxiety: ‘Acknowledging it is the first step’

Actor Vicky Kaushal, known for his open discussions about personal struggles, recently spoke about dealing with anxiety. In an interview with Bazaar India, he shared that the best way to manage anxiety is to acknowledge it. A senior actor once advised him to treat anxiety as a friend. "It's always going to be there; you just need to master it. Acknowledging it is a great first step,” he said.

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Interest in Film Direction

In the same interview, Vicky revealed a curiosity to explore film direction, fascinated by the different styles in filmmaking. Although he isn’t ready to take that leap right now, he’s “definitely intrigued” by the idea.
Vicky was last seen in *Bad Newz,* directed by Anand Tiwari, alongside Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk. He will next appear in *Chhava*, a historical film on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, releasing in December. He’s also set to star in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's *Love & War* with Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, scheduled for March 2026.