Chat with Naman Shaw

(The audio clips for this chat will be up in a few days. Do come back to listen to Naman what he had to tell just for you!)

indya: Hi all and welcome to the chat. With us today is Naman Shaw, the Nakul from Kyunki... Kasturi's fiance Girish and the man who played Pushkar in Kasamh Se... One man many roles and one place to chat with him! Best questions during this chat will win a special T Shirt autographed by Nakul!

indya: Hi Naman and welcome to the chat
naman_shaw: Hi all!

guest49: Hi Naman... You prefer acting in Kasam Se or in Kyunki...
naman_shaw: Kasam Se, as its my first serial!

guest52: Hey you have a lot of fans, how do you manage?
naman_shaw: Like I am manging it now! I brouse through internet, chat and be in touch with you guys.

guest79: Hey Naman... I love you. You look hot when you get angry!
naman_shaw: hey thanks! However I don't get that angry quickly... It is difficult to potray it... But if you like it, thanks!

guest57: How were you feeling on the first day of your shoot?
naman_shaw: Nervous, obvioulsy! Because it is not only about acting, its being in sync with camera, lights and other things. But my co stars were supportive about the many takes I took on day one.

guest57: What is the one thing which hasn't changed from your childhood?
naman_shaw: I have always been down to earth, like being that way. I get along with all people and don't throw tantrums. I don't have a car till date, I enjoy traveling in public transport system such as autos, trains and buses... I will remain that way!

guest83: Did you have any bad experience with your fans??
naman_shaw: Hmmm... not bad, but there was this fan who came to the set to meet me and wanted to be taken to my house, we walked into my van and that was kinda wierd!

hashu: Hello Naman... Which Tulsi you prefer working with Gautami or Smriti?
naman_shaw: Gautami is fun to work with.

resu_kriti: Naman, you are just so cute and I love your acting. When did you have your frist crush?
naman_shaw: When I was 14 years old, in class 8. I had a big crush on this girl in my tutorial.

indya: So resu_kriti... You are among the lucky few! Congrats

wajeeha: Naman if you had three wishes what would you ask for?
naman_shaw: Hi Wajeeha... I would ask for happiness, money and fame through out my life.

guest65: You were awarded the best smile award in Mr India... how did you feel back then?
naman_shaw: I was only 18 when I participated. It was a nice feeling!

guest74: In real life are you more like Pushkar or Nakul?
naman_shaw: Pushkar!

guest49: Did you go to any acting school before you came into television?
naman_shaw: No... I was part of a reality talent hunt show on Zee, that was where it all began.

guest49: How did you end up in Balaji's camp?
naman_shaw: After the Zee Cine Stars Ki Khoj, we were refered to many production houses. I got a call for audition from Balaji, got through and here I am!

hashu: If you were stuck in a lift with Bobby Darling... What would be your reaction?
naman_shaw: Good One! I would have a nice conversation. I keep bumping into Bobby in all these Page 3 parties, so it's cool!

indya: So Hashu... You are also among the lucky few! Congrats

resu_kriti: Which is your favourite place for a tour?
naman_shaw: Hi Kriti, I would love to go to London. I have heard so much about London, I am waiting to go there for a holiday.

guest57: Did you always want to become an actor?
naman_shaw: I always wanted to be famous since I was a kid. I got into modelling and then to acting.

guest57: Which is your dream role for which you can kill anyone also?
naman_shaw: Shah Rukh Khan's role in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge!

hashu: What does your name mean?
naman_shaw: It means Namaste.

resu_kriti: Do you like Nepal?
naman_shaw: I love Nepal! I have been to Nepal many times. Have visited the place at least once a year, as we offer prayers to the Shivji's mandir there... I love the country and its casinos too.

ur_best_fan: Any embarassing moments you have had?
naman_shaw: In my school.. I gave this girl, with whom I had a crush on, a special Friendship day card and in return she gave me a special rakhi card! I am sure she is regretting at this moment now and she is married too!

guest93: When is your birthday?
naman_shaw: 18 Dec.

guest79: Naman did you get a jaw surgery done?
naman_shaw: No, why would I get a jaw surgery!

guest87: Do you hav a girlfriend?
naman_shaw: No!

guest68: Hi, I am pinky and a really big fan of yours. Just wanted to ask what are your hopes and dremz for the future? I really like you in Kyunki. Take care God bless you.
naman_shaw: Hi Pinky, I am from a business background. I havn't planned anything, but I will get into business finally - it may be in diamonds, restaurants, production or anything.

hashu: How was the experience in Turkey? Did you like the place?
naman_shaw: I loved it, but had language problem. It was tough to communicate or else I loved it completely.

guest114: Hey Naman I am Aisha. I love your acting. Mujhe yeh batao aapko itni achi acting kaha se ati hai?
naman_shaw: We learn it on the sets itself, no acting school for me! Set pe hi seek jate hai.

indya: With that its time to wind up this chat. Thanks a lot Naman. Before we leave a special message from you.
naman_shaw: Hey people, thanks for this chat, I am sorry that I couldn't answer all your questions. I have to rush now, as I am in the middle of a shoot. Thanks indya.com!

indya: Thank you Naman and All the best!And all those who have been selected for the Lucky draw ensure that you send us your name, complete address and a photograph on mail to response@in.startv.com