A biography for Pankaj Tripathihasn’t been written yet.
“My father wanted me to become a doctor.”
“The very fact that people make an effort to search and know more about me is a testament that I am doing my job well.”
“Whatever changes a common man wants to bring in the country, he can bring it through the process of voting.”
“I don't want to be in a situation again where I am sitting on a set, wondering why I am there and why I am doing the film.”
“I have nothing against smaller roles; they made me what I am today. But, progression is the way of life.”
“I want to do different roles.”
“It doesn't matter if you're a star or not; what is important is that you do your job with absolute honesty.”
“I am still a villager who fell in love with acting.”
“I think reading and travelling not only make us good artistes but also broaden our horizons and open our mind. It really helps us to become a good human being.”
“I didn't get much time in between wrapping up 'Shakeela' and commence the shoot for 'Kaagaz.' With whatever time I had on my hands, I did my best to look the part. Instead of hitting the gym, I took up an organic approach to lose weight. I also cut down on oily and junk food and had small meals in between shoots.”
“Earlier, I used to take up any role that came my way. But now I feel that I should take time and consider the role before taking it up.”
“Commercial films give you a wide exposure. For 'Dilwale,' I got calls from countries like Oman. Its reach is huge. Similarly, doing independent projects satisfy the actor in you.”
“Though I have been acclaimed for 'Newton,' but my personally favourite is 'Gurgaon.'”
“I enjoy acting and just love to do my roles - big or small.”
“I come from the family of farmers. I am a son of a farmer.”
“Right after watching 'Kabul Express,' I wanted to work with Kabir sir. Moreover, earlier he was a documentary maker, and the respective genre has always fascinated me, and I still desire to work in one.”
“I was offered 10 Sultan Qureshi-type roles after 'Gangs of Wasseypur.' But I did not want to repeat that, as I have little fear of being rejected by the people.”
“I tend to read a lot of books and believe in a certain ideology.”
“When a man is extremely lonely, he starts discovering himself.”
“'Stree' is an entertaining film, but it has strong commentary about women.”