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'I'm not competing with anyone'

I find Rajeev Khandelwal at his laptop, dutifully answering mounds of fan mail. "It's important to respond," he says, in earnest. The star of Raj Kumar Gupta's Aamir, Rajeev has got some great reviews for his first big-screen performance. But the actor seems relaxed and composed, not affected by the hoopla at all. In his drawing room, gifts from fans adorn every wall, shelf and table. There are framed photographs from his Left Right Left days, teddy-bears from adoring teenaged girls, various Aamir memorabilia and an assortment of other nicknacks. He chatted with Rediff readers and talked about his transition from television to movies. He also gave advice to his fans, and thanked them at length. Perhaps most importantly -- and ladies, listen up! -- he informs us that he's still very much single! For those who missed the fun chat, here is the transcript. aishwarya_iyer2006 asked, ur movie was toooooooo good....... Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you so much! Shaili asked, Wish you all the best for everything you do...The movie was excellent and so were you...Now the bar has raised a bit and I hope you do better and better with each project you take up..With lot's of love and wishes.. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks for the kind words, Shaili. Admirer asked, Hi Rajeev, how u feel now after the excellent reviews and box office results? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, It's yet to sink in. But it is like hard work rewarded perfectly. We all are very happy at our end. Though I've but all the adulation behind me, and I'm focusing on my second project. Admirer asked, Do u think that u have much more tough competition in bollywood right now than it was in Tellywood? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I am not competing with anyone. I just want to focus on my work and evolve as an actor. smiley asked, the climax scene of aamir was awesome. what are your feelings when you are doing that scene? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I was living every second of the scene. Not just me, but the whole unit was spellbound by the climax. ambrish asked, how did u feel when u left ekta kapoors camp ? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Just the way I felt after leaving LRL. Rohan asked, Which are your upcoming movies?? Have u signed any? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, My second film is a love story with UTV spotboy. I can't reveal the details, as I'm waiting for the project to be announced by the producers. Photographs: Matthew Schneeberger

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'You'll see me in films, not television'

asmita asked, hi rajeev....Me & my mom are great fan of urs...from kahi to hoga days....I just went to watch aamir....but was very thrilled after i saw the movie....it seems to be so true....& you gave a life to the charecter of aamir...Hope to see u in many such path breaking movies like this....wish u all the very best for everything u do....great performance! ultimate direction !...great movie Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you so much. My regards to your Mom. harsh asked, is there any chance u gettin back in LRL? Or u hav said bbye to small screen? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Not in the near future. And I hope I don't have to do the same stuff on television ever again. Miraj asked, At the time of your role as Sujal, i discussed with my family that his personality and acting perfectly and he should try to Cinema and u had done, nice to see you in BIG SCREEN Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks for your love. casper asked, Rajeev you are awesome as far as your looks and acting is concerned. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks. I'm glad you like me. deepakk asked, hi Rajeev, You are the favourite actor of myself, my wife, my sister, sister's friend and many more whom I know. You really rock dude! I am sure one day you'll be mong the best even in bollywood, just be yourself and don't change your style, all the best! Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you so much! And regards to everyone. Farhan asked, Congrats on the wonderful reviews of your movie. What next now? Where will we see more of you? On the silver screen or you will be doing more movies? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you, Farhan. You will see me in films and not television, as of now. tammy asked, What types of roles you're eyeing in the movies? Any reason for being so selective, so far? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I am looking for characters that I've not thought about till date. Vishal asked, Hi Rajiv, this is Vishal here, I really admire your on screen presence, please tell me how did you find the difference in acting on big Vs small screen.. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, There wasn't much difference in performance, except that I knew the end of the story here. In television, it's just the beginning. sdfsdf asked, Hi Rajeev, ek marathi actor bollywood madhe yeun hit detoy tyamule ke khup khup khush aahe, wish you a very great career,.... Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you so much. My best wishes for you too. nidarajeev asked, Hi Raj..nida ere I read a lot of good reviews about Aamir after reading good reviews my excitement increased to watch aamir I havent seen aamir till yet dunno I it'll be available here hope it gets soon..im anxiously waitin we have been waitin since nine months Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Hi Nida. I'm hoping that you get to see Aamir in Pakistan very soon. Shall keep you updated. amit_d asked, Hi rajeev I watched Aamir your performance was outstanding. Why have you chosen to make debut in a very serious flick rather than more traditional bollywood film? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, This was the best script offered to me. And after watching Aamir, I'm sure you'll agree with me. Veena asked, Rajeev, i loved ur movie. it was brilliant. The climax was just too gud.

Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks, Veena!

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'My second film will be a love story'

samreen asked, hi rajeev, mera naam samreen hai mujhe bohot achcha laga ki app ne ek muslim ka role kiya wow aur kahin to hoga me wow bohot cute lage ho really with kashish Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you, Samreen. tejwani asked, Hi RK, Congrats for AAMIR - I know you have tried several things b4 reaching here and also seen a lot in this industry - I am a CA working for a bank in Singapore. I am interested in acting. Do you think its worth taking the risk and how do I start? I have sound financial backing. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks, bro. Well, if you are interested in acting, you'll have to shift base to Mumbai. Be focused and just chase your dreams sincerely. Tarun asked, ARE U SATISFIED WITH YOUR LOOKS?.......DID U WORKOUT A LOT AT THE GYM FOR AAMIR.......? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Pretty much. I had to look average and I didn't have to work very hard to achieve that. reshmi asked, Hi Rajiv, this is reshmi here can u pls say me the secret behind your personality? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, If you think I have one, then probably it's my being honest in approach towards my career and life. Ashok asked, Hi Rajeev! I have read rave reviews of debut movie. However, I could not see it because in our city , Satna (M.P.), it is not released. I hope to see it sometime. Anyway, I wish you all the best and wish you to be a new superstar in the making. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks, Ashok. I hope you catch the movie very soon. You can't afford to miss it! Best wishes! dolly asked, Dear Rajiv, Congratulations for your debut in big screen... i liked u as an young angry man..tell me something about ur future avenues and r u planning to work again with ekta or not.... Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks! I can't say about working with Ekta in the future. Let's wait for some time. As of now, I'm focusing on my second film, which happens to be a love story. kalyani asked, hello Mr.Rajeev. i hv been a fan of us since kahin to hoga days. but since d serial got boring i stopped watching it & i m happy at ur decision of quitting that serial though u got so much fame from it. its good that u left that serial cos u were getting stagnated there. i m happy 4 u, haven't seen ur movie "Aamir" yet, but heard a lot of nice reviews. hope to watch it soon. all d best 4 ur future career. i m sure u'll b a big name in d film industry soon. God bless. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thank you so much, Kalyani. I hope I live up to your expectations always. rajesh_rao28 asked, Would you like to do typical bollywood masala movies or stick with roles of the critically claimed films?

Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I want to do all kinds of films. I don't want to limit myself to any particular genre

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'I always dreamt of being an actor'

sujalllllllllll asked, RAJEEV ARE YOU SINGLE Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Yes, I am. nicegal asked, dude..u rock... u rockd on small screen n u look hot on big screen too... Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I'm glad you liked me on the big screen as well. Regards! Tarun asked, DO YOU THINK THAT THE NEXT BIG BRAND NAME AFTER SRK IS GONNA BE RK?????........LOL....BEST OF LUCK........MAY U ENDORSE MILLIONS OF SUCCESSFUL BRANDS AND BE SUCCESSFUL IN FUTURE! Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks for your wishes. I am not intending to follow anyone's footsteps. I hope I'm able to entertain every one for as long as I am here, and live up to everyone's expectations. charu asked, hi rajeev say atleast hi to me your LRL inspired me so much that i got thro NDA in d first attempt n my sis in AFMC Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I am so proud of you and your sis! Do very well in your life. My best wishes will always be with you. keya asked, congratulations for debuting in such a great movie "AAMIR". i have seen it twice & its really good. best wishes for your future. i will pray for you Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I am so happy to hear that. Love and best wishes! saggi asked, hi rajeev do you really believe in story there was a simmilar incident an infosys employee has been caught in jaipur bomb blasts,do you find some co-relation as movie was realistic and do you think that educated muslims been trapped his way for terrorism .give a candid answer. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, This film was not inspired by anything in particular. But we were aware of what is happening around us. Yes, a lot of educated people are being misled. Hope we put our education in correct use. harshal asked, Are you looking urself ,the same way as shahrukh khan went? He was also acting in small screen then he turn out a great actor. So u r also looking for same? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Not really. There will always be one SRK and one RK. AKKI asked, Do you belong to a Marwari family?Do u know the language Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Yes, I am a Marwari. But, unfortunately, I do not know the language. Kevin asked, Fantastic Job Rajeev!!! Hats off to you, Raj Kumar Gupta and everyone associated with Aamir.. :) Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks! On behalf of the entire team, I express my gratitude. Sanjay asked, HI RK, In your childhood, what you dreamed for to be? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I always dreamt of being an actor. Lost it when I was in college. Got it back once I didn't know what to do in life, after my college. aditi asked, how it feels to be a part of great bollywood without any godfathers help? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I think more than Godfathers and Godbrothers, it's your self-belief that works. ashishkhandelwal asked, hi....rajeev this is ashish khandelwal from ur city jaipur...........your acting in aamir is outstanding..........you proved that u r real actor

Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Hey Ashish! Hope Jaipur is doing fine. Thanks for your appreciation. Wishing you the best in life

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'Music has contributed a lot to the success of Aamir'

merijaan2 asked, hii rajeev..i am from US and i am dying to see ur movie...i just wanted to say one thing i really like your peronality because not everyone is so honest with themselves as u r...Congratualtions on the sucess of your film and GOOOD LUCK with everything in ur life Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks a lot. I hope that you'll enjoy my film, whenever you get to watch it. You should be getting the DVD very soon in America. coolV asked, hey rajeev, first of all congratulations for AAMIR. I am ur great fan and was very happy to know that ur debut movie rocked the nation. Kudos man!!!! Rajeev Khandelwal answers, You all made it possible. Thanks a ton for liking the film! sujalllllllllll asked, IS AMIR GOING STRONG AT THE BOX OFFICE Rajeev Khandelwal answers, It's picking up very strongly. Right now, in a very solid position. reet asked, so Rajeev, are there any special plans to celebrate this success? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Not really. I will be going on a holiday very soon. I need to spend some time with myself. And once I'm back, I shall move ahead in life. Harini asked, Hi Rajeev....I read a lot of good reviews about your first movie Aamir....But, I am yet to see the movie. I am already looking forward to seeing the movie asap. I wish you all the best in the future. And I hope that versatile actors like you can create a niche for yourself in the Hindi film industry just like Rahul Bose does, instead of acting in the good-for-nothing main stream cinema. I wish you all the best for your future. Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Thanks Harini. I hope that actors like me do not ever let you down. Amritesh asked, Hi Rajeev..this is amritesh i am TV director working with EEnadu Group....i have seen your film aamir..superb acting as well as good timing......is it possible to meet you Rajeev Khandelwal answers, Yes, for sure. My e-mail id is: rajeev_1610@yahoo.co.in Dhvani asked, Hello Rajeev, I have read a lot of reviews of AAMIR and friends appreciating it...but I live in Canada so just asking , if u have any idea of it releasing in theatres in other countries or not? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, I don't think Aamir would be released worldwide. But a DVD should be reaching stores soon. Tarun asked, DONT U THINK THAT THE MOVIE COULD NOT HAVE HAD A BETTER TRACK THAN "HA RAHAM"........U MUST THANK UR MUSIC DIRECTOR TO HAVE COMPOSED SUCH A CHARMING SONG.......ITS TRUELY A BLESSING FOR A DEBUTANT! Rajeev Khandelwal answers, You're right. Amit (the music director) has contributed a lot to the success of the film. pinky asked, what is the thing that bring smile on ur face? Rajeev Khandelwal answers, When someone like you gives me a moment of her life, without asking for anything in return.

Rajeev Khandelwal says, I would have love to chat with all of you for many many hours, but fortunately (since my film is doing well), I am required to be present at a lot of places. Thanks for giving your time! And I hope that all of you do very well in your lives. Love and let love, Rajeev.