Actor Arjun Bijlani may be known for his successful television career, but these days, football has become an important part of his personal life. The actor, who recently finished Laughter Chefs and will soon be seen in Netflix’s Chumbak, revealed that he was not always interested in football. In fact, he grew up loving cricket and rarely followed football. Everything changed after his son Ayaan developed a passion for the sport, turning football into a meaningful activity they now enjoy together.
Arjun shared that his interest in football began because of Ayaan, who regularly plays the game and attends football coaching classes. Watching his son’s excitement helped Arjun connect with the sport, and today it has become one of their favourite ways to spend time together. Whether they are watching live matches or discussing players and teams, football has created a strong bond between father and son. Arjun says these shared moments have become some of the most enjoyable parts of their relationship.
Although they both love football, they support different stars, which often leads to playful arguments at home. Arjun is a loyal fan of Lionel Messi, while Ayaan strongly supports Cristiano Ronaldo. The actor says their different choices make watching matches even more entertaining, as they enjoy teasing each other and defending their favourite players. Despite the friendly rivalry, they both share the same excitement whenever there is a big football match on television.
Arjun also revealed that he has been closely following the FIFA World Cup and especially enjoys the knockout rounds, where every match becomes more intense. He believes football is one of the most exciting sports because the results are never guaranteed. Even the strongest teams can be surprised by underdogs, making every game thrilling to watch. According to him, countries like Argentina, Brazil, Spain, and France are always among the favourites, but unexpected results are what make the tournament so memorable.
As a devoted Messi fan, Arjun says supporting Argentina has always been an easy decision for him. He also admitted that he has a special match day tradition. Whenever Argentina plays an important game, he makes sure to wear his Messi jersey. He laughs while saying that he becomes very emotional during matches, celebrating every goal loudly and even shouting advice at the television as though the players can hear him.
Keeping up with late night football matches can be challenging, especially while managing a busy work schedule. However, Arjun says he is happy to lose a few hours of sleep if it means watching an important match. A strong cup of coffee the next morning helps him get through the day.
For Arjun Bijlani, football is no longer just another sport. It has become a special tradition that allows him to spend quality time with his son, create lasting memories, and enjoy moments they will both cherish for years to come.