'Newton' is a black comedy, a social satire. Amit Masurkar is directing the movie, and Drishyam films is producing. Rajkummar Rao is in the movie. I am playing a very important character. It is a very interesting project.
I didn't get much time in between wrapping up 'Shakeela' and commence the shoot for 'Kaagaz.' With whatever time I had on my hands, I did my best to look the part. Instead of hitting the gym, I took up an organic approach to lose weight. I also cut down on oily and junk food and had small meals in between shoots.
I am in awe of Rajinikanth. He is a great star, yet so easy-going and grounded.
I come from a very common family background in a small village, and getting an opportunity from home state to represent the state for an important and sensitive work is an honour for me and my family.
One mistake and all this attention may just disappear one fine day. So I prefer to remain grounded.
I think reading and travelling not only make us good artistes but also broaden our horizons and open our mind. It really helps us to become a good human being.
I just don't play a character for the heck of it. Rather, I always look for a human element in every character that I play.
It was Sultan Qureshi, the character of 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' which brought success as a baddie, but it were the TC and teacher's roles in 'Masaan' and 'Nil Battey Sannata' that broke the villain's mould and helped me successfully explore the other shades - be it comedy, intense, or serious - surprising the audience all the time.
I am playing a principal who also teaches maths in a government school in 'Nil Battey Sannata,' the story of which is based in Agra. He is a simple common man and a very interesting human being. His character will get the audience in splits.
The audience in the country has evolved, and for them, it is about real characters.
I am a Sufi guy, so fame is maya for me, a worldly illusion.
Sharan is a very talented director, well versed with his craft.
I believe that only a well-read, well-aware individual can make a great leader and build a progressive nation.
Big films help your reach a wider audience, and doing independent films keeps your artistic side happy.
