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" I chose my own path because that was the only way. "
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Because
Only
Own
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" It might be easy to identify me as so-and-so's son, especially to begin with, but you only get that one first film, after which you have to prove yourself and keep improving. "
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" People working in films are somewhat like gypsies: we move from set to set and spent weeks, sometimes even longer working while shooting a film. Right from the spot boys to the make-up guys and cast and crew, we become a kind of family. "
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" I used to make short films even as a kid. I used to have a camera and play around with it. So, I was always interested in the process and telling stories. I've always wanted to direct. "
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" You can't learn acting through any classes. "
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" I've always been a fan of my father's films. I'm crazy about my father and his movies. If I promote his movies, it's because of this. "
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" The debut film came much easier to me than it would have if I was an outsider. "
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Much
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" My mum is slightly biased and feels everything I do is wonderful, but Dad was like, 'You should go ahead boldly, and I think you should do more films.' To me, that was some kind of acceptance. "
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Kind
Ahead
" While I am fluent in Hindi, I was a little worried about my accent. So when I was approached for 'Karwaan,' I told them they need to first listen to me speak in Hindi, in case it sounds off. "
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Need
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" When you just coast through work and don't feel inspired, I feel you are lying to yourself. "
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" People from my father's generation didn't have the luxury to be unhappy in their job. "
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Father
Generation
" Being a part of memorable movies has always been the goal. "
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Been
" If we're discussing women's empowerment and equal rights, then yes, I support it. "
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Rights
Women
" I didn't want to use my father's name. I don't think I will ever want to use his influence... Never have I gone around asking people, 'Do you know who I am...' Even if it's to cut a line at the airport. "
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Father
I Am
" I don't want to commit to too many films, as it would result in getting out of touch with what is happening in the industry. "
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Want
Industry
Many
" There is nothing like a 'born actor.' It's all about honing the skills. "
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Like
Skills
Born
" When I was growing up, I wasn't particularly great at anything. I was in my own world, and my teachers felt I'd never reach my potential. Even in sports, I'd only play team games because I felt I was not good enough to outshine anyone. "
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Good
Great
" I might play characters that are loud in the movies, but in real life, I'm not loud in terms of personality. "
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Play
Life
Personality
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Focus
Choose
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Time
Mother
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Man
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" I have always believed if the intention is right, it'll be a good film. "
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Good
Film
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