In the Indian film industry, especially those of us who are in mainstream cinema, we invariably play a typical hero's role. More often than not, we cater to the public perception. However, there is a latent desire in most actors to do a role where you can go all out and experiment.

My films are of paramount importance to me, the same as my family. That's not going to change. This is a balance I have to strike throughout my life.

I am not one of those people who will ever be comfortable mocking or making caricatures of the stereotypes attached to any community.

Just because I don't show six-pack abs doesn't mean that I don't have them.

Basketball is my favorite sport, and I'm also a very passionate football fan.

The only fear I have is that I will wake up one day and nobody will allow me to do films. This is a fear every actor has.

I am a sports enthusiast, and if given an opportunity, I want to be a sportsman, even today. I want to promote the sport that is indigenous to India. Kabaddi is a matter of national pride. Why can't cricket, hockey, football and kabaddi be given equal platforms and co-exist? I believe that can happen.