‘He’s just a normal person in this building’: When Sachin Tendulkar shared how wife Anjali and family helped him handle fame | Feelings News

For millions of Indians, Sachin Tendulkar isn’t just a name—he’s a symbol of greatness. But behind the stadium roars and record-breaking runs lies a softer, quieter world—one where family, love, and emotional grounding take centre stage.
In a heartfelt moment during an old interview, Sachin candidly shared how deeply rooted his success is in his home life. “My family has always supported me a lot,” he said. “When people ask how I handle success, it’s because of them. When I perform well, I still need to stay level-headed—and that grounding comes from them. They keep me on the ground all the time.”
Anjali Tendulkar, Sachin’s wife and a doctor profession, offered a glimpse into their private world in Mumbai. “Sachin was born here, he’s lived here all his life. He’s played all his cricket here, and he’s very comfortable because I think this must be the only place in Bombay where he can go downstairs, play in the garden—he still plays cricket with his friends downstairs—and people don’t trouble him. He’s just a normal person in this building,” she said, highlighting how community and familiarity help them stay rooted.

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But perhaps the most touching part of the conversation was when she spoke about Sachin as a father. “He’s a very good father. Very good—more than my expectations,” she said softly, looking at ba Arjun in her arms.
Yet, being a public figure doesn’t come without emotional costs. According to counselling psycholog Srishti Vatsa, fame and success can deeply impact family relationships in subtle, often invisible ways. “Family ties can be taxing—especially for people in the public eye. Fame can tilt power dynamics at home. Unspoken emotions like jealousy or feeling left behind can emerge, even within close-knit families,” she explains.
She adds, “The person who becomes the center of public attention may feel emotionally cut off and isolated. It’s hard to share vulnerable feelings when society often confuses success with happiness.”
This reality makes the bond the Tendulkars share all the more beautiful. While the Tendulkars may represent grace under pressure, their story is a quiet reminder that even icons need emotional anchoring. Success may shine in the public eye, but it’s in the quiet of home, the laughter of a child, and the reassurance of a partner that true strength lies.