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Accomplishments are very subjective.
Any passionate actor, if he is spoon-fed, will deliver.
'Sanam Teri Kasam' is definitely my best Bollywood debut.
I don't naturally have the body language of a software guy.
I must confess that I was not always the perfect boyfriend.
I just followed my gut feeling when I went to Hyderabad in 2008.
I often end up travelling in my Jeep for long distance road trips.
When people heard my voice, they were shocked that I could speak Hindi.
I learnt acting in Delhi from Barry John, who also taught Shah Rukh Khan.
My father was like an unpolished diamond - tough outside but warm inside.
I'm happy that I could learn many things before entering Bollywood in 2015.
As an actor, all I can keep my focus on is that I am a part of good projects.
I believe the best friendships are forged with those you can be yourself with.
I love travelling and exploring different places in India and around the world.
I believe there is a shallow side to every actor, who craves to be presented well.
I load on proteins, veggies, fruits and nuts and never took support of supplements.
The idea of being associated with Bollywood prompted me to get into DVD distribution.
I like Bejoy's style of movie making, and the music is always so good in all his movies.
I just can't stop doing Telugu films just when I have started speaking a little better Telugu.
The fact that Sanjay Leela Bhansali wanted me to be part of his film was a high point in my life.
As an actor, I want to do something I will be remembered for. I think 'Maaya' is that kind of film.
I have lost close to 20 kilos, and it has kind of helped prepare my character for 'Sanam Teri Kasam.'
I love to put myself in a situation where I get to break a few things and construct a few cells in me.
It's a misconception that all singers need to portray a messed up, dirty look to prove their identity.
I took my time to learn the craft and procedure. I wanted to do some substantial work first in cinema.
I am stronger than yesterday and working harder than yesterday but don't know what will happen tomorrow.
I am a big-structured guy, and so I always felt my weight was justified until I chanced upon Cavemen's diet.
I was distributing DVDs in Mumbai in 2006, and that is when I got my first TV show offer - 'Left Right Left.'
My life has been pretty unconventional. The publishers saw a story in it, and yes, my life has been put in a book.
I've seen the best and worst of times. My parents were divorced when I was a child. I was brought up by my father.
People used to call me for donations, and I couldn't relate to that because I have spent most of my life trying to support myself.
I couldn't relate to the mindset of people in my hometown. Since I had no educational qualification, I only got menial jobs in Delhi.
I know how to play the acoustic guitar, but I'm learning to play the electric guitar now. I'm sure it will be a wonderful experience.
Most youngsters are so well-connected with the rock music circle that they will know instantly if I attempt to imitate any rock star.
I ran away from my home in Gwalior and bought myself a ticket to Delhi. That was the nearest metro, and the cheapest ticket was for Rs 74.
I always try that my next film is different than my last movie. I would like to surprise my audience; that, I think, is the job of an actor.
The first thing Ravi Babu asked when we met was, did I watch horror movies? I told him it took me years to get over Ram Gopal Varma's 'Raat!'
After school, I started living on my own. After my dad passed away, I didn't know where to go and eventually decided to hang on here in Hyderabad.
I would do theatre till I die. Theatre keeps your honesty alive. You can't pollute yourself. You learn a lot, and you use theatre techniques in life.
There is never going to be an end point. But definitely, I am happy to complete a certain part of my journey, and that's something I want to celebrate.
I strongly believe that when you are cast in a role, there will be similarity in the character and you - why else would you be chosen for the character?
I've only been in one relationship in my entire life so far. When that ended, I decided being with someone is not for me. I like my own company the best.
The idea of meeting my former girlfriend's current boyfriend seemed insane and absolutely bizarre to me in the beginning. But I am glad I gave it a shot!
There's a misconception that actors with no background don't get any exposure from big production houses. I think people should start rethinking about it.
Raashi is a lovely co-star, and we're having so much fun working together. We were talking about how our careers in Bollywood were launched by John Abraham.
Just like how you find players from different backgrounds in Indian cricket team, our Telugu industry is looking for talent, and it doesn't matter where it comes from.
I had to go on the strict caveman diet where you eat only vegetables, chicken, and egg whites. This diet in many ways sounds right to me, and it has worked wonderfully.
I wanted to do something new and different. People expected me to do negative roles. I wanted to break the norm, and because of that, I lost on some great work as well.
I have learnt three things from Barry John which are applicable to life, too: Don't expect anything from another actor, one shouldn't judge, and one shouldn't block things.
Everything about 'Avunu 2' will be many notches higher than its prequel. The sequel is scarier, and there'll be more thrills and chills. I myself felt it when I was shooting.