Shahrukh made me who I am : Zayed Khan

Actor Zayed Khan eagerly awaits the release of his new film "Rocky -
The Rebel" and says he has contributed to its script as well.

A fact not known to many of his fans is that he has a skilled writer
in him too. "I studied direction and acting at the London Film
School. I wrote scripts and screenplays for three pounds and have
over 250 scripts to my credit. I love scripting and I'd definitely
like to nurture it," he told in an interview.

He adds: "I started writing when I was struck with a slip disc last
year. I have also contributed to the scripting of "Rocky" though I
don't want any credit for it."

While his cheerful demeanour and sociability are surely a turn on,
the actor known for his brash roles on-screen says the "real Zayed
Khan" is a strong-willed person and "nothing can stop me from
achieving what I want".

Zayed says romantic action films are his forte and he wants to do
larger than life films that he himself would go and watch. "I don't
want to do films that preach too much. I hate being slotted in a
particular image."

The actor then reveals that he played a small role as a child artist
in his father's television Magnum opus "Tipu Sultan".

Asked about his dream movies and roles, he says he would love to do
a remake of "Deewar" and quickly adds - "playing Mr. Bachchan
ofcourse!

And if someone asked me to remake any of my dad's films, it'd
be "Abdullah" undoubtedly but sadly I wont have Raj Kapoor saab with
me."

Zayed admits that the ShahRukh Khan starrer "Main Hoon Na", directed
by choreographer Farah Khan, proved to be the "turning point" in his
career.

"Fortunately I got a chance to work with a powerhouse of talent like
Shah Rukh. The film has definitely propelled my growth. Farah is
very clear in her mind about what she wants. She actually navigated
me through the scenes. If you give her one idea, she'll come up with
a better one.

"And Shahrukh is family. He is a superstar and his passion for
acting only motivates others."

Excited about his upcoming film "Rocky...", Zayed says the film is
very close to his heart and adds that it is in no way related to the
Sanjay Dutt movie by the same name.

"It's about the difference of ideologies between two generations.
Its also about revenge and has a subtle patriotic feel to it. I play
a guy who does not hesitate to call a spade a spade. This lands him
in trouble and he has to pay a huge price for it."

Zayed has come a long way since his debut in 2003 with "Chura Liya
Hai Tumne" and after having acted with a few top names in the
industry, he now has quite a few films in his kitty.

"My other films include "Cash", which is twice as exciting as "Dus".
Then there is an untitled film with Anurag Basu, one with Feroz
Nadiadwala to be directed by Ahmed Khan and another with Vashu
Bhagnani. I am presently shooting for Vikram Bhatt's "Speed".

And when asked about life after marriage to childhood sweetheart
Mallika, he says: "I've become a passive man after marriage (he!
he!). One loses that sense of freedom post marriage. You cant really
chill out with friends, leave the house without informing etc. On a
serious note, my wife Mallika is a stringent critic and is an ardent
fan of Shahrukh Khan. She did like me in "Main Hoon Na", "Shabd"
and "Dus".

ha! he gives credit to SRK rather than his own brother-in-law..Hrithik gave a movie that was offered to him to give Zayed a break..and he doesn't even mention him. poor hrithik! 😳

thats very cool. cheers to zayed

oh ok he did soe scripting...even sylvestor stallone did scripting for rocky..hehehe!

thts really sweet of him.Srk helps everyone

i like zayed, hope he makesit big ! 😃

Gr8 Interview! I like Zayed, he's a sweet guy 😛

shahrukh is helpful that is why whoever works with him praises him. 👏

shahrukh is helpful that is why whoever works with him praises him. 👏

why does he worship shah rukh? im sure hrithik gave him pointers too! for someone who says family is the most important thing, he sure forgets that hrithik is an actoirng familiy member!