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“A film's success does not depend on box office collection and the number of days it was screened but on the amount of satisfaction an actor can draw from it.”
“When I remember my mother, it makes me really sad. But, when I remember my father, it makes me smile.”
“Everybody deserves an opportunity to fulfill their dreams.”
“One shouldn't get carried away by styling, as it can be a double-edged sword. The person should have it in him or her to carry it off.”
“When I portrayed Shiridi Sai, I changed as a person.”
“Once in a while, I need to go out of my way to do different films, to exploit all commercial angles to cater to the masses.”
“I believe you need films like that - feel-good, breezy films that families can watch.”
“I admire Modi's leadership and his ideology.”
“I'm a fan of a very few actors.”
“Everything about 'UY' is new and fresh, and we are extremely happy at the response from the audiences, as most people are walking out of cinema halls with a smile on their faces.”
“I've seen my mom confined to a wheelchair in the last three years of her life. Both her knees had given way, and there was no way she could undergo surgery at her age. Even though I was concerned for her, I didn't know at that time what she had to go through.”
“I will not campaign for any party.”
“After 'Shirdi Sai,' I wanted a total image makeover. I was looking to transform myself.”
“The films I've done with all my heart have gone on to become huge hits. When I set out to do a 'mass masala' intending to please B and C centres, it bombs.”
“For me, it's about moderation and discipline, and that's something I picked up from my dad. I don't believe in rigorous workouts but believe in eating right, going to bed early, and getting a proper workout.”
“Besides regular exercising, one should also take care of his or her daily habits such as adequate sleep and drinking lots of water.”
“Early in my career, I got roles that demanded that I be fit to carry off the angry young man look. Of course, I'm a fitness freak, and that's something I picked up from my dad.”
“I believe there is lot of untapped potential in the television market. With shows such as 'Bigg Boss' and '24' turning out to big hits on TV, I'm interested to be in it.”
“Enjoy the films I do, get entertained, get your money's worth, and when you leave the theatre, leave it all behind!”
“I believe, for an actor, both the success of his film and awards are equally important.”