Pankaj Tripathi

“My wife used to work as a teacher and support me, and now I can do something for her, which is very satisfying for me.”

“I never thought that a time would come that someone will write a story keeping me in mind, or a producer will invest crores of rupees on a film that I will carry on my shoulders.”

“'Newton' is a black comedy, a social satire. Amit Masurkar is directing the movie, and Drishyam films is producing. Rajkummar Rao is in the movie. I am playing a very important character. It is a very interesting project.”

“I did not become an actor to earn money - that I could have done it in my village by becoming a farmer. I wanted to show my craft, which I am so passionate about.”

“The audience in the country has evolved, and for them, it is about real characters.”

“It feels amazing to know that the whole country thought my role in 'Newton' was one of my best, and to win the Special Mention Award at the highest film award in India is just exhilarating.”

“The more the audience and the society trusts an actor, the more the responsibility increases for the actor.”

“I find it very funny as well as touching that people associate me with these characters I play and form a connect with them.”

“I just need good scripts, good films, and I am glad I am doing them.”

“I try to pick the best from what is offered to me, and then with roles, also, I try to add something new. There is a constant conflict to not become repetitive.”

“When people love your work, your responsibilities grow.”

“We have freedom to experiment as an artiste - unlike lead heroes.”

“I am in awe of Rajinikanth. He is a great star, yet so easy-going and grounded.”

“Before trying my hand at acting, I use to cultivate my own land with my father.”

“I didn't have any high aspirations. I just went to Mumbai to get a job after I married Mridula. I thought if I didn't earn, my wife will criticise me.”

“I choose films based on scripts.”

“I want to stay rooted forever.”

“I won't lose my mind now that I have fame, nor will I lose myself once it goes away.”

“Art makes you a better human being, and that reflects in society.”

“I am a Sufi guy, so fame is maya for me, a worldly illusion.”