''I Have A Great Rapport With Ramu''

Your last two films with Ram Gopal Verma didn't exactly set the box office on fire. So weren't you a little hesitant signing on for 'Darling '?
Success and failure is a part of life. While accepting any new film with a maker, I don't really dwell on how much business my last movie with him did. Whenever I get a new offer, I focus on the subject matter of the film, the story, screenplay and my character in it. If I am convinced by all these factors, I sign on for the film. I have enjoyed every film that I have done with Ramu and thus share a good equation with him. And the fact cannot be overlooked that Ramu has allowed me to play diverse characters in each of his films; characters that have been appreciated by the audiences too.

What would you say about 'Darling ' and your role in it?
I play the role of Aditya in this movie. It is a different story; in fact I cannot slot it in any particular genre. This movie will scare you, make you cry, make you laugh and entertain you all at the same time. It's a very exciting and inspiring movie. The character of Aditya demands an extensive range of emotion and some intense acting. There are a lot of unique scenes in this movie. How a youth who is stuck between two women takes care of the situation - that will be something to see!

The title of the film is 'Darling ' but its catch line is 'A Killing Lover'. Aren't the two contradictory?
Watch the movie and you'll know! What I can tell you is that there are ghosts and supernatural elements in the movie too. In the movie, a man is stuck between his wife and his girlfriend. How he comes out of this situation is what the movie is all about.

On the surface, the story of 'Darling ' and 'Pyar Tune Kya Kiya ' seems quite similar, wouldn't you say?
But when you watch the movie, you'll know there's no such similarity. In 'Pyar... ' I played the role of a Model Photographer, whereas in this movie I play an Executive Manager in a company. My character is in love with his secretary, due to which there is a twist in the tale.

So Ram Gopal Verma has tried to change your romantic image with 'Darling '?
Perhaps that is what he has tried to do. However, Ram Gopal Verma thinks that I have a very charming personality, and personally I'd like to keep it that way!

Some time back Sajid Khan commented that no filmmaker has yet been able to tap your inner potential correctly. Your comments?
This is Sajid Khan's opinion and I can't say anything about this. But I have worked in 21-22 films and have proved my acting prowess time and again. I have refined my talent continuously. In each film of mine, I put in my 100% and work with all my pace and energy.

Do you feel that what you deserve, you have got?
See, no.1 or no.2 does not have much meaning for me. I am not concerned about the numbers rat race. As I mentioned previously, I work with people I enjoy working with. As far as work is concerned, my vision is absolutely clear. This is why I don't really dwell on what I got or what I didn't.

Are you happy with all the films you have done so far, or wished you had not done some?
I am happy with all the films I have done so far. In fact, in some movies I have really played very diverse and different characters, and what's more have enjoyed doing so. Every film has given me renewed energy for my work.

You have done action and comedy both. Which do you enjoy more?
Even though there was action in 'Jungle ', I have not done too many action movies. I do more of comedy and romantic roles, and that is what I enjoy doing most.

Your father was going to remake 'Qurbani '?
He's working on it. The screenplay has not quite been perfected yet. My father Feroze Khan and Punit Sera are writing it together. What I can tell you is, even though it is the remake of 'Qurbani ', other than the basic premise of the movie, the screenplay is completely different and is being written to reflect today's modern times.

Your forthcoming movies and your role in them?
First and foremost, my 'Heyy Babyy ' is releasing on 24^th August; after which 'Darling ' on 7^th September. 'Dulha Mil Gaya ' and 'Jai Veeru ' follow these two. I play a millionaire playboy in 'Dulha Mil Gaya '. Apart from a new girl Ishita, this movie stars Shah Rukh Khan too. In 'Jai Veeru ', I play Jai - a police officer. Kunal Khemu plays Veeru. Dia Mirza is also in the movie. It has been directed by Punit Sera.

What do you like to do in your free time?
I love to travel and have travelled extensively throughout Europe. I also enjoy car racing; in fact it is one of my passions.

How has your life changed after being married to Natasha?
Everyone's life undergoes some changes after marriage. But I am still the same person. I have not changed as an individual, but yes; I do come home earlier, am more aware of my responsibilities and am now answerable to someone else.

Which movie of yours does your wife Natasha like?
She likes my 'No Entry '.