The forthcoming year promises to be one of immense joy and anticipation for Anshuman Jha, renowned for his riveting performance in the vigilante action film ‘Lakadbaggha-1’, and his multi-talented wife Sierra. Besides Anshuman’s career marking milestones with the lead role in the much-awaited ‘Hari-Om’, alongside the eminent Raghuvir Yadav, and his directorial venture ‘Lord Curzon Ki Haveli’ seeing the light of day, the couple is also looking forward to their most personal and significant release—the birth of their first child in March 2024.
Anshuman and Sierra, who celebrate creativity and athletics through their respective careers, opted for an intimate gathering with close friends to mark the upcoming addition to their family. Leading into the holiday season, the expectant parents then set off to New York to spend Christmas and New Year’s with their family, cherishing these moments before they embrace parenthood.
Sierra will be giving birth in the United States, where her family resides. This geographic choice holds special significance, as Anshuman, grappling with the loss of his parents in 2020, emphasized the value of having grandparents during one’s childhood. “Having your mom around is critical at this time—for the mother and the child,” stated Anshuman. The loss accentuated his recognition of the integral role family plays during such life-altering events, adding that “Sierra is blessed to have her mom and dad by her side.”
In a world where technology often precedes the natural flow of life, the couple has embraced a path of wonder and mystery. Legally equipped with the choice to learn the sex of their baby in America, they have chosen to allow nature to chart its own course. Anshuman conveyed this sentiment poetically: “The child is not coming from us, it is only coming through us,” he said, expressing his gratitude for the life they are about to welcome, regardless of whether it’s a boy or girl.
Drawing parallels between the miracle of life and spiritual epiphanies, Anshuman shared his profound experience of the first sonography, describing it as akin to beholding the divine. “It felt the closest to the feeling of seeing God—when you see a dot on screen in the first sonography—I felt like that’s it—I see God, the soul, life in essence,” he reflected.
As for his professional life, Anshuman Jha’s work in ‘Lakadbaggha’ still resonates on ZEE5, capturing hearts with its unique tale of an animal lover turned vigilante hero. Reflecting on the changing landscape of performances, particularly with the rise of OTT platforms, Anshuman captures the sentiment that these platforms are a boon to actors. He recollects his portrayal of a serial killer in ‘Abhay Season 1’ on ZEE5, considered one of his best performances, as an opportunity to explore roles that defy his established persona.
OTT platforms are celebrated for the space they grant to intricate writing and the depth they allow for characters. Anshuman admires how these platforms enable trained artists to unfold their skills in roles that challenge them beyond traditional confines. He holds Vikrant Massey in high regard as a prime example of this evolution, showcasing a range of talent that had otherwise been restricted to supporting roles.
Indeed, 2024 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Anshuman Jha—both personally and professionally. As the world of entertainment eagerly awaits his on-screen endeavors, his greatest adventure yet lies in the realm of fatherhood, where scripts are unwritten and the outcomes are boundless.
