Mumbai: Vivek Oberoi, who runs a successful real estate business in Dubai, addressed concerns about the situation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, saying that life in the emirates remains normal and calm, with businesses continuing to adapt to the circumstances.
Dismissing claims that the ongoing conflict has severely affected business and life in Dubai, Vivek said in an interview with Firstpost: “There is an old saying: ‘The storm does not disturb the fish in the deep sea.’ While the world outside often views us through a lens of distortion, the reality on the ground is a defiance of that narrative.”
Adding that Dubai continues to function with remarkable energy and confidence, he explained, “Dubai isn’t just ‘functioning’; it has found a higher gear. You can feel it in the buzzing markets and the electric energy in our offices—a conviction that comes when you are part of a community that knows its purpose. We aren’t just open for business; we are a global benchmark for progress and stability. Our companies aren’t me
rely surviving; they are adapting and evolving, mirroring the unshakeable, forward-leaning spirit of the UAE.”
Admitting that he felt immense relief after recently reuniting with his family in Dubai, the actor shared, “The moment I landed in Dubai and saw my kids, the weight of the world just fell away. They were laughing over a board game — a scene of such profound, calm normalcy.”
The actor expressed gratitude to the UAE leadership for maintaining stability and security in the country.
“As a father, your priority is always their peace of mind. Under the visionary leadership of this nation, we are grateful that our daily lives remain focused on family and growth, providing a secure environment where children can simply be children.”
Replying to questions about security concerns in Dubai, Vivek said people outside the region are misunderstanding the situation.
“That is exactly what people abroad are fundamentally getting wrong; they are mistaking the razor-sharp precision of caution for the tremors of fear,” he said.
“In reality, the UAE leadership deserves immense recognition. While uncertainty elsewhere can lead to division, here the leadership fosters unity. We are living within a highly sophisticated framework of security where everyone is protected without differentiation,” Vivek added.
On the work front, the actor is currently in India shooting for Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s ‘Spirit’, which also stars Prabhas and Triptii Dimri in lead roles.