Everyone is Protected Without Differentiation in Dubai, Says Vivek Oberoi Amid West Asia War

Actor Vivek Oberoi has said that life in Dubai remains stable and secure despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia, asserting that people in the United Arab Emirates are protected without differentiation.

The 49-year-old actor, who has been living in Dubai with his family for the past few years while running multiple businesses, is currently in India shooting for his upcoming film 'Spirit'.

In an interview with Firstpost, Oberoi addressed perceptions surrounding the situation in the region and said that businesses and daily life have not been affected as widely portrayed.

“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,” the actor said.

“We aren’t just open for business; we are a global benchmark for progress and stability. Our companies aren’t merely surviving; they are adapting and evolving, mirroring the unshakeable, forward-leaning spirit of the UAE,” he added.

Why does Vivek Oberoi say people are misreading the situation in Dubai?

Oberoi said that people outside the UAE are misreading 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,” he added.

He noted that daily life in Dubai continues normally and spoke about reuniting with his family.

“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,” he said.

How is Dubai maintaining stability as the West Asia conflict escalates?

“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,” he added.

He added that internal discussions prioritise well-being. “Our strategy calls always start with a genuine check-in: 'Is your family okay?'”

Oberoi said his organisations continue to expand. “We are moving forward - launching projects and creating jobs. When you are a stakeholder in a nation's future, you don't just cheer for the UAE; you contribute to its strength.”

The remarks come amid an ongoing conflict involving Israel, Iran and the United States, which escalated following a joint US-Israeli strike on February 28 that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The conflict has since expanded into a wider regional war involving Gulf nations and proxy groups.

(With inputs from ANI)