How to keep a woman happy - Saif's Advice

How to keep a woman happy, by Saif Ali Khan

When trying to impress a lady...
Make sure you play to your strengths. I was never the tallest or broadest guy in the room. But I did have a sense of humour ' which created a sense of ease among my female friends. Girls also like it when you cut through the bullshit. While growing up, we used to say outrageous things and were amazed at our success rate. We'd say things like, "I'd like to take you home", and were shocked at how many times they said yes ' especially in Delhi [chuckles]. To woo her, you have to be direct. Tell her how you feel, without being dirty. Take in your surroundings, think about what the girl is like and make a call. It all depends on where you are and who you're talking to. A GQ man knows the difference. He knows what to wear, how to behave and what to say depending on how much alcohol a girl has consumed!

New York is the easiest place to pick up women. It's an evolved city, where people live the way they want to. No matter how big a star a girl is, you will have a shot: she will give you 60 seconds to show her what you've got. I mean, it's a town full of stockbrokers, so someone with even average game can be a high scorer. London is at the other end of the spectrum: English girls are the most difficult to speak to.

When in a relationship...
Women can definitely get it wrong. They can react out of ego. They're often right, but sometimes they're not. But if you don't get into an argument at the time, you might get an apology later. You will be respected for not having blown up. You have to let her know that she is the queen in certain areas. And sometimes you have to treat her like a child and tell her she's pushing it. She has to know that she can argue and shout, but that there are certain rules. She has to know that you're not her chamcha and that you can say no, but that as long as she's not wrong, you will give her the moon. You have to play the role of father, brother and lover all rolled into one.

Photographer: Rishad Mistri; Stylist: Natasha Chib