Gautam Rode

“I've two great friends in showbiz - Nigaar Khan and Waseem Sabir.”

“When I was a kid, I loved having muffins and cupcakes and I still like them with coffee.”

“I feel there are very few people who can control their anger.”

“When doing films, ones acting skills are polished, and the actor delivers a better performance.”

“Growing a beard is tough and not as easy as one might think.”

“When I have some time, I enjoy watching movies, also trying to cultivate habit of reading.”

“Love makes you do things you can never imagine.”

“Both 'Saraswatichandra' and 'Mahakumbh' are extremely close to my heart. The shows are polar opposites and so are the characters but I have loved being a part of both of them.”

“I don't take pressure or keep expectations because then it becomes difficult to concentrate.”

“I'm not allowed to do shows for other channels till 'Saraswati Chandra' is on air, but I'm happy because Star is providing good opportunities to host reality shows like 'Nach Baliye.'”

“I was a very ziddi kid. One Diwali, I was hell-bent on lighting an anaar on my palm, and it burst on my palm! It is not a great memory but I still remember that.”

“I believe that music videos give us an opportunity as actors to play a different character.”

“I have been a vegetarian for a few years now, and I am honestly managing it quite well in sync with my workouts and maintaining my physique as well. From whey protein to cottage cheese to tofu, all my proteins, carbs and far content are well in place and balanced.”

“I was a runner in Delhi's Army Public School. I started running when I was in class four and became the fastest sprinter in school and zone competitions by the time I reached class eight.”

“If films don't work, you have to be realistic and keep taking up television projects.”

“There are some projects which you just can't say no to, and 'Kaal Bhairav'... is one such show.”

“For an actor, it's important to choose the right kind of project.”

“In 'Nach... ', I go all out, but 'Saraswati... ' is an introvert character. The two things are totally opposite.”

“I had always heard that theatre is for 'serious' actors but after actually having rehearsed day in and day out, I realize how challenging it is.”

“I'll never say good bye to TV. I belong there.”