| Is it the end of the road for Eijaz Khan?" was the question being asked when the actor signed on to play the lead in Balaji's Kkavyanjali.
Khan stepped into the shoes of Rakshak Sawhney, who was replaced after being unable to cope with the rigorous schedule.
However, some thought Eijaz looked too mature for the role, while others doubted his acting skills.
But the actor put an end to all the speculation when Kkavyanjali recently touched a viewership rating of 12. "I have come full circle in my life. I have finally realised what to do and what not to do in the industry," he tells hitList…. How has life been in the last few months?
It has been one hell of a joyride. Kkavyanjali has been a life-changing experience for me. I have grown as a person as well as an actor. From doing six different serials to being chosen as the lead for one of the biggest shows in the history of television, has been quite an experience.
Knowing that you are riding something worth crores of rupees is very scary. But I think I have definitely come two steps forward in terms of being an actor. How do you react when people call you arrogant and rude?
I agree that I'm arrogant. But my arrogance isn't intended to hurt anyone, or cause distress. I have been eating sleeping and drinking Kkavyanjali for the last few months.
If I work my a** off on the show, I expect others to do the same. It pisses me off when people take their job for granted. Of course, I can't force my views on anyone. Initially, everyone on the show thought I had loads of attitude; now they realise it's just my possessiveness about my work. Do you feel old, turning 30?
I don't exactly feel like a fossil, but yes I realise you need to take care of your body and health. I have been living like a zombie, my health is fading and I have lost a lot of weight. I cannot abuse my body any more.
My constant fear is that I will burn out. I have decided to make sure I get around six hours of sleep daily. Any birthday wishes as you enter your third decade?
I want to go back to my workout routine. I have also become a bit cranky and lose my temper very easily – I want to work on that too. I am getting myself a super bike that I have been planning for a long time. The best thing to wish for right now would be an exotic beach, with no mobile phones; completely cut-off from the world. Is it true that you left home when you were a kid?
Yes that's true. But I was in my early teens then, a rebel without a cause. I had decided to live my life on my own terms and conditions. I didn't like anybody interfering in my matters or giving me instructions.
I wasn't on talking terms with my dad for a long time. It's only recently that I patched up with him. I admire him and love him to death. He's more energetic and alert than me, even at this age. How would you describe your relationship with your co-star, Natasha?
She's like a kid. Everyone thinks she's very reserved and an introvert, but that isn't true at all. She loves having fun on the sets, but gets cranky if she doesn't get proper sleep. Her stamina and determination surprise me all the time. Would you consider marrying someone from the industry?
I don't think that's a great idea. I would want someone who's able to handle me well, keep me pampered and control my freaky nature. I don't think I would ever get involved with someone from the same profession. | 
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