In a way yes, I do 3-4 films a year, and I have dialogues and punches that somewhere become similar, but in a stage play, everything is different.
When people see me in movies, they think it is easy to say punch-lines and make them laugh.
And once you've been on stage, you can't stay away from it for long.
If you want to make good movies, one has to take a step to create these.
Even in comedy genre, one can treat the story differently every time.
It's the most difficult thing to make people laugh.
Unlike singers, who can earn for years by singing one song, we artistes have to be on our toes all the time. If I write something funny or create a joke in the morning, there will be someone narrating my own joke to me the same evening.
The rising levels of production and content are prompting producers to take up unusual subjects.
Dev Kharaud is the biggest name in the action movie genre in Punjabi industry.
We have high hopes from 'Zakhmi.' People will definitely like the movie.
It's surreal. Here I was, a bhangra champion who had performed at an Indian festival in the U.K. and Germany, a television theatre actor who barely made Rs 1,000 a day working like a donkey all year round.
I've mostly played a villain in Punjabi films, but with 'Mitti Waajan Mardi,' I got to essay a comical villain, which the audience loved.
If Hollywood can make films on insects and make big money, why can't we make films on Punjabi culture?
I believe in giving myself up completely to the director and do what he wants me to.
Bollywod films run on the shoulders of its lead actors. The audience goes to watch the actors and talks about the story later. On the contrary, Punjabi films are now running on the shoulders of their stories and content, which is an achievement.
I am very enthusiastic and positive about 'Bailaras' which is a maiden movie under my home production - Naughty Men Production.
We often see discrimination on the basis of color and complexion in society.
I have never believed in keeping bouncers. Even as an actor, I walk alone without star tantrums. My work and good deeds for the country will be my shield.
I'd advise the youth to not get influenced or forced by their elders. They should have own political views and choices and the courage to pick the right leader.
Power will never take away my humbleness.
