Age 91. Still working full-time in 12-hour shifts a day. Actor Madhavan inspired by the man who keeps life simple

In a world chasing early retirement and comfort, a 91-year-old man from Singapore is redefining what it means to stay active and purposeful. His story, captured by Australian traveller Jaden Laing, has moved millions online — including actor R Madhavan, who shared it with admiration.While visiting Singapore, Laing noticed an elderly man quietly going about his duties in a public restroom. What began as a simple greeting turned into a moment of deep reflection when the man casually mentioned that he was 91 years old — and still working 12-hour shifts every single day. Laing, stunned by his calm energy, asked about his lifestyle, curious to know if he followed any special diet or exercise routine. The man’s response was refreshingly simple: he ate regular meals, didn’t exercise, and simply kept going.
Struck by the man’s humility and grit, Laing offered him a small tip for lunch and later shared the video on Instagram. Alongside the clip, he urged people to honour and respect the elderly, quoting a verse from Leviticus that emphasises reverence for age as a form of spiritual respect. The post quickly went viral, touching hearts around the world.

A post shared by Jaden Laing (@jadentysonlaing)Bollywood actor R Madhavan was among those who shared the video, expressing admiration for the man’s unshakeable spirit and simple approach to life. Many viewers were deeply moved by the 91-year-old’s story. Several noted that his daily activity and cheerful attitude likely keep him healthy, while others praised Jaden Laing’s kindness and generosity, pointing out that his gesture could easily cover the man’s groceries for a month. Some felt the video showed that happiness and purpose matter more than exercise alone, while a few expressed sadness that someone his age still had to work. Many agreed it was a powerful reminder of simple human compassion.

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About R Madhavan’s workRanveer Singh unveiled the first look of R Madhavan from their upcoming film Dhurandhar, calling him “The Charioteer of Karma.” Directed, written, and co-produced by Uri fame Aditya Dhar, the film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi. The poster shows Madhavan in a grey pantsuit with a partially bald hairstyle. Dhurandhar is slated to hit the theatres on December 5 before its Netflix release. He also has De De Pyaar De 2 with Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh.
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