Most youngsters are so well-connected with the rock music circle that they will know instantly if I attempt to imitate any rock star.
When people who are close to me say that they see positive changes in me as I grow, it makes me work harder on myself. Life always surprises us with something new, and I want to be capable enough to handle it.
The fact that Sanjay Leela Bhansali wanted me to be part of his film was a high point in my life.
I wanted to do something new and different. People expected me to do negative roles. I wanted to break the norm, and because of that, I lost on some great work as well.
I am a big-structured guy, and so I always felt my weight was justified until I chanced upon Cavemen's diet.
In the time of social media, I get lots of wishes. It's overwhelming! What makes the day most special is the love I get from my fans, who try to make the occasion extra special. Almost 50 days before my birthday, they have started making plans. In fact, I have been receiving letters, too.
At the age of 16, I ran from my house, did odd jobs till l landed work on television and then in film industry. My first job was at an STD booth in Delhi. Then I came to Mumbai, where I distributed DVDs, and that is when I got my first TV show offer, 'Left Right Left.' I have never planned things in my career.
I have lost close to 20 kilos, and it has kind of helped prepare my character for 'Sanam Teri Kasam.'
My life has been pretty unconventional. The publishers saw a story in it, and yes, my life has been put in a book.
I wanted to escape the drudgery of a small town existence. Any place bigger than Gwalior was fine. I took the first train to Delhi because that was the only fare I could afford.
From the time I was a child, I wanted to be an actor.
I was shooting for 'Maaya' when I got a call from John Abraham's office. They told me about the film and asked if I could audition. But since I was shooting, I recorded my audition and sent them the tapes. The next thing I know, I was on board.
'Vicky Donor' or 'Madras Caf,' John's films have been path-breaking. I have full faith in the script of my movie, and my director, too, is a debutante. I like the conviction with which they work, and that gives me a lot of confidence.
I so wish my dad was alive to see me do a Hindi film after acting in six Telugu movies. I sometimes imagine him giving me feedback on my work. But I derive strength from knowing he is watching over me.
Raashi is a lovely co-star, and we're having so much fun working together. We were talking about how our careers in Bollywood were launched by John Abraham.
I've only been in one relationship in my entire life so far. When that ended, I decided being with someone is not for me. I like my own company the best.
I don't deny that fact that I like Gauahar. She is hardworking, self-made and self-respecting. Somewhere, I see my own personality traits in her. But that's about it. We are not in a relationship.
I always try that my next film is different than my last movie. I would like to surprise my audience; that, I think, is the job of an actor.
There is nothing else to do in my life... I have no family, relationships - this is the only thing that I do.
I like Bejoy's style of movie making, and the music is always so good in all his movies.
