Ravi Kishan

“I want to make Jaunpur a shooting hub of Bhojpuri cinema.”

“I love Kolkata by the night. It's a lovely place to be in and people around are so warm. The city has a special place in my heart and that's the reason why I love coming back.”

“When I was eight, I would go crazy dancing in marriages. During Ganpati, I would dance on the street all night. I loved music and would be mad about dancing.”

“I had started with Bollywood and then I shifted to Bhojpuri films to create my own identity there.”

“I am a father to three daughters and I understand what they have to face everyday.”

“Bhojpuri cine fans watch good films. They watch Salman Khan's entertainers and can also watch 'Tanu Weds Manu' type of films too.”

“Brahmins never torment or trouble others and have been respected since ages for imparting knowledge and giving direction to society.”

“I want to do good, strong roles.”

“I want to do one reality show every year. It goes with my personality.”

“Kolkata will always be special to me, for the simple reason that it played a crucial role in the way my career shaped up.”

“I fractured my hand while shooting for 'Bullet Raja,' while we were shooting in Nashik.”

“The film industry has given me everything I have today.”

“UP has such beautiful locations and such ease of shooting.”

“I take about 20-30 days off a year and spend time with my family.”

“Since 2007 I have been campaigning for the BJP pan-India.”

“I feel scared of putting on weight or having a double chin as that might stop getting me work.”

“When I first heard the script of 'Brishti Brishti,' I was really excited. The film will require me to break away from the typical Ravi Kishan mould. Getting under the skin of my character will be a big challenge.”

“My name had been sent for the award for Best Supporting Actor in 'Tere Naam,' but I missed it.”

“I think I can strike a balance in politics and acting.”

“Winning an award is always a special moment.”