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" 'Parava,' in my head, was always a film about children. And I was like, 'If I can be part of the film and help promote it in some way or the other, I'd be very happy.' I also did 'Ann Maria' because it was a story about kids. "

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" 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. "

Dulquer Salmaan

Think

Father

I Am

" 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. "

" I have always believed if the intention is right, it'll be a good film. "

" 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. "

" I enjoy working in movies that appeal to and will be seen by many people. "

" If someone asked me if I would be interested in doing a Hindi film, I would not say no. There were offers in the past, but something about 'Karwaan' just called out to me. The storyline of three unique characters in a van with a coffin seemed fresh, and I got a good vibe from the team. "

" There is nothing like a 'born actor.' It's all about honing the skills. "

Dulquer Salmaan

Skills

Born

" When you just coast through work and don't feel inspired, I feel you are lying to yourself. "

" People from my father's generation didn't have the luxury to be unhappy in their job. "

" My primary focus will be Malayalam films. I will choose from what comes my way and take a call irrespective of the language. "

" I chose my own path because that was the only way. "

" I studied business in the U.S. and later worked in Dubai. "

" I feel lucky that I always have a number of films to choose from. I would like to come out of my comfort zone while doing various roles, and I don't want to keep repeating my characters. "

" I would be very uncomfortable doing a safe part. It would make me think something is wrong. "

" Duplication never works for anybody. "

" People think that I have some idea about how I choose my films. I make sure that I am doing the kind of films that I want to watch. You hear so many stories, and one of them will stand out and connect to you somewhere. "

" 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. "

" I don't think anything should limit me. I don't think any industry should be disrespected or looked down upon. "

" For any actor, being part of a Mani Ratnam film is a great experience. I grew up watching his films. "

" 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. "

" I have the luxury of balancing and juggling films in different languages. "

" I was shying away from acting for the longest time - because of having such big shoes to fill. "

" Whenever offers come my way, if I connect with it, then I am completely open to it. "

" Honestly, I don't think we see ourselves as stars. That's what the media tags us as. I personally don't think too much about it. "

Dulquer Salmaan

See

Too Much

" In films, you will be judged by your last hit or, let's say, your last film. "

" Somehow, I'm in denial about being desirable. But every time my wife tells me to shave or cut my hair or clean up my look, I playfully boast to her that I'm the most desirable man! "

" Being a part of memorable movies has always been the goal. "

" I am very instinctive. When I read a script, I think, 'Is this something I would want to watch?' "

Dulquer Salmaan

I Am

Watch

" I can't come to terms with stardom or see myself as a star. "

" 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. "