Randeep Hooda on his inter-caste marriage with Lin Laishram: “Everybody had a problem”

Randeep Hooda, known for his gripping performances and raw screen presence, recently opened up about a deeply personal chapter of his life — his marriage to model-actor Lin Laishram.

The couple tied the knot in November 2023 in Imphal, embracing Manipuri traditions in a heartfelt ceremony that was both intimate and culturally rich.

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While fans celebrated their union across social media, few knew the emotional and cultural hurdles behind the scenes. In a candid conversation with journalist Shubhankar Mishra, Randeep shared that marrying Lin wasn’t as smooth as it appeared — especially on the family front.

“There were complications,” Randeep admitted. “Like any other traditional household, my parents also wanted me to marry within the caste. That’s a strong sentiment among Jaats. In fact, I’m the first person in my family to marry a non-Jaat. So everybody had a problem with that. But with time, it all settled down.”

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Randeep revealed that for the longest time, he never even wanted to get married. Digging into his childhood memories, he shared, “I was a sad kid in school. I used to think — why bring another person into the world if they have to go through this? So, I had made up my mind never to marry.”

And yet, fate clearly had different plans. Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram are a married couple now!

“Somehow, our paths crossed, and I’m so glad they did,” he said, smiling. “I joke that I got married late because I don’t have a sarkari naukri (government job),” he added.

For those who’ve followed his cinematic journey — from his debut in ‘Monsoon Wedding’ (2001) to standout roles in ‘Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai’, ‘Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster’, ‘Cocktail’, and beyond — this revelation is another layer to an actor.