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Transcript of LIVE INDIATIMES CHAT with TV actor, Eijaz Khan at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 in Mumbai

Eijaz Khan
T V actor


"My dream date would be a mix of Charlize Theron and Audri Hepburn. Intelligent, good sense of humour, soft eyes and a nice human being - that's the kind of girl I'd want for a life partner"

Eijazfan1 > Your Jodi (on screen pairing) with Natassha is a Jodi made in heaven! Hot chemistry! Are you both just friends or there's something more to it than that? You really are the perfect couple. Wish it were off screen too!
Eijaz Khan > I wish it was. But there is nothing like that. We have a very good chemistry on screen because we understand each other a lot. We are great friends.

Kgirl > I love your acting as 'Kavya Nanda.' It's rocking! But please tell us when will 'Kavya' and 'Anjali' reunite? We have been waiting patiently for so long now. Your Jodi with 'Natz' is made-in-heaven. Hope you win the Best Jodi Award!
Eijaz Khan > Thank you so much. When, I don't know. But as the title track suggests - Woh Mile The Bhicharne Ke Liye (they came together to part ways).

Melissa_25 > Hi Eijaz. Want to ask you, how do you feel about essaying Kavya's role? Don't you think he tends to get totally brainless at times?
Eijaz Khan > I leave my brain at home, most of time...haahahhahah. I know he doesn't have a mind of his own. It's mostly his mother or some other misunderstanding influencing him. Hope he grows a brain someday. Kavya's role was on of the most sought after roles, so it feels good to be appreciated.

41541 > Who's your favorite co - star?
Eijaz Khan > Natassha.

Hina > Is it true that you are arrogant and rude? How did you get such a reputation?
Eijaz Khan > I am not arrogant but rude sometimes. I don't forgive my mistakes easily, and expect the same efficiency from others.

Amainaafrose > Hello Eijaz, how are you? I want to ask you, as this the month of Ramadan , do you fast. And, is it convenient for you to fast on the sets?
Eijaz Khan > I am fine, thank you. I fast when possible. But most of the time, I do not get to offer Namaaz. So it doesn't make sense.

Kshitij > What is your birth date? What is your sun sign? Tell me about your hobbies and likes and dislikes. Were you a model earlier? If yes, then who gave you your first break in a serial?
Eijaz Khan > 28th August and I am a Virgo. Hobbies - I don't like to sit indoors. I like going for drives, catching up on my sleep, traveling. Now that I don't get time for myself, I like to indulge in al these activities. Yes, I was a model earlier. Balaji, gave me the first break with Kahiin Toh Hoga . I went to the Balaji office to meet someone and Ekta saw me there. She signed me on for the serial.

Deewani4eva > Hi Eijaz. Love your eyes! And you are doing an awesome job in Kkavanjali ! Your performance as 'Arjun' was mind blowing. I actually cried buckets when your character died! I was so mad/sad/disappointed. It was all coming out together...hehe...
Eijaz Khan > I loved 'Arjun' too (my role in Koi Dil Mein Hain ). I had a rocking time playing the character. Thank you for the compliment.

Kshitij > In your tight shooting schedule, how do you keep fit and entertain yourself?
Eijaz Khan > Right now there is nothing I do to keep fit. There are lots of people on the sets who keep me entertained.

Alishiakhan1 > Oh Ejaz, you're so hot!
Eijaz Khan > Thanks Alishia.

Megha > You did some films with famous stars like Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek. How come you didn't get into films finally? Do you find TV more lucrative?
Eijaz Khan > I didn't run behind anything. I feel all that happens, it is for the best and at the right time. I guess, TV is ruling now, and I am happy where I am.

Sadaf > Assalam Alaikum Ejaz! How are you? I wanna ask you - why did you leave the character of Varun from Kahiin To Hoga ? In fact, you were doing a great job in that show as well.
Eijaz Khan > Walekum Salaam. Thanks a lot. It wasn't my decision to leave Kahiin To Hoga . I loved 'Varun' just as much as you people did. It was the management's decision.

Alishiakhan1 > Hi Eijaz. Will you ever get back to 'Anjali' in Kkavyanjali ?
Eijaz Khan > Wait and watch...

Sadaf > If your current serial Kkavyanjali makes a 20 year leap, will you still be there?
Eijaz Khan > I haven't thought about it. There are lots of interesting developments coming soon.

Kkkarishma > Are you a trained actor or you learnt (on your own) how to act? May I please get your e-mail address please? Tell us something about your family? Were you born in Mumbai? So, you have a girlfriend?
Eijaz Khan > I was born in Hyderabad but I grew up in Mumbai. I am not actually trained though I wish I was. Balaji has been my learning ground. My email id -eijazkhan@hotmail.com , and this is the only working email id. The rest of them are not mine. My family consists of my brother Imran (in Mumbai), dad and my sister who stays in Hyderabad. I don't have a girl friend.

Sohni_kuri > Hey Eijaz. Is it true that you are from the States?
Eijaz Khan > No, I am not. I am from India.

Rory > How much did your shoulder injury hamper your career growth? You were out of work for while. Do you think you missed out on good assignments? If yes, then are you trying to make up for it now?
Eijaz Khan > I got a setback of two years. I really believe in what ever happens, happens for the best.

kshitij > You are really good looking. Isn't it? You really look 'hot' with (co-star) Natassha. Are you both good friends from the beginning or met for the first time on the sets of Kavyanjali.
Eijaz Khan > Thanks. I did not know Natassha on a personal level, but got to know her on the sets. Yeah, we are great friends now.

Keki > Didn't you train at Kishore Namits Kapoor's? Vivek Oberoi too trained as an actor there. Did you meet him? I yes, what do you think of him?
Eijaz Khan > I did go to Kishore Namit Kapoor for a while, but I couldn't complete the course, as I had to work on another assignments. And no, I did not meet Vivek Oberoi.

Sadaf > How is Amrita Singh as a person? Did you feel nervous while delivering the dialogues in front of her for the first time?
Eijaz Khan > Not at all. She is a fantastic person. She is the best co-star any one would want to work with. And the best part is, she is a lot of fun.

Keki > Your dream date? What sort of girl turns you on? What sort of girl would you want for a life partner?
Eijaz Khan > My dream date would be a mix of Charlize Theron and Audri Hepburn. Intelligent, good sense of humour, soft eyes and a nice human being - that's the kind of girl I'd want for a life partner.

Kshitij > Your work in films is really scintillating. Are you going to do more films? Which are they?
Eijaz Khan > Not as yet. But, who knows, what the future holds.

Asma > Hi Eijaz. How are you? I'm Asma anda great fan of yours. I want to know what are you plans for Eid . Will you celebrate it with your family?
Eijaz Khan > Yes, I will celebrate with my family. There are no specific plans for Eid .

Alishiakhan1 > Have heard that you don't like working with Pammi? Any specific reasons?
Eijaz Khan > A lot has been already written about it. I do not have to get along with everyone I work with. We just do our jobs. Love and hate are two sides of the same coin. Let's wait for the coin to flip.

Sohni_kuri > Hi Eijaz. Do you think (actor) Hiten Tejwani's presence in Kkavyanjali , sort of, side tracks your character?
Eijaz Khan > Not at all.

Meliss_25 > How many hours in a day do you shoot for these days?
Eijaz Khan > It is not very hectic nowadays. But the night shooting gets to you. We shoot for 12 -15 hours in a day.

Kkkarishma > If you were not an actor, what would you be and why?
Eijaz Khan > Frankly, I would have probably been a school teacher, and I don't know why.

Sign Off Message > It's been a roller coaster ride for me. Each one of you has been by my side through this. Every time I thought I couldn't pull something off, you people pushed me on. I owe a lot to all of you. And love you just as much. Eijaz.

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Mohammed Iqbal Khan

Transcript of LIVE INDIATIMES CHAT with TV actor, Mohammed Iqbal Khan at 12 noon on Friday, November 4, 2005 in Mumbai 1] Mohammed Iqbal Khan TV actor "I stay the fittest during Ramzan. And I have been offering namaz since my school days" Laks > Eid Mubarak! What are the changes you have seen in yourself after becoming a known actor? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > I have become a better human being. And money is better, life has become more stable and there is work. Samia > How is your relationship with your co-stars, Neha and Amit? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Amit is like my brother, and Neha is just a co-star. Sajukta_barick > You are hot! I feel like killing you. Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Thank you so much, I love you too. Iqneha4eva > Your favourite romantic scene from Kaisa Ye Pyaar Hai (KYPH)......... Mohammed Iqbal Khan > The first time 'Angad' pretends that he has slept with 'Kripa.' He was just trying to scare her .. Kkavita > Hello Iqbal. EID MUBARAK! I just want to wish may your life be prosperous, always be successful in your life. You are a good human being in real life also. Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Thank you so much, and I wish the same for you. Iqbalsdiehardfan > Hey Iqbal, you did your graduation from Delhi. When you return to Delhi now how does it feel? Any hard memories? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > I was doing my graduation in Delhi but could not finish it. I am a third year drop out. Memories are that Delhi is big, open, wide and cleaner. Allure > What according to you has made KYPH click with the young audience? Is there something you want to change about the way the story is going? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > I don't have much of a say in the story. It clicked with the audience because in spite being an Ekta Kapoor serial it's young and not a saas-bahu drama. Kaash > Hi Iqbal, this is Kaash from Bangladesh. Eid mubarak! Today it is Eid but I'm here only for you. Now tell me about your favourite Hindi song? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Favourite Hindi song would be Kishore Kumar's Humhe Aur Jeene Ki Kwahish Na Hoti, Agar Tum Na Hote . Thanks and same to you. Sadaf > Read in an interview that you offer namaaz five times in a day during Ramadan. That's very good but how do you manage. Did you face any difficulty while shooting during Ramadan? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > In fact this is the only month where god gives you that extra strength. I stay the fittest during Ramzan. I have been offering namaaz since my school days. Iqneha4eva > You hardly get any free time from your shooting. But when you really get some time for yourself, what is it that you love doing the most? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Sleep. Luv iqbal > Hi Iqbal, my name is Rajni and I live in Canada. I watch KYPH every day. I find Neha and your chemistry awesome. I think you are a very good actor, and you are also very hot. I love your voice and your eyes. So my question is - is it true that Neha and you don't get along? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Well, yeah we really don't along but, in case you think the chemistry is good, I will take it as a compliment on my acting. Thanks. Laks > Who would you like to be if you were given a chance? Say from anyone of the three – Salman, Aamir, Shahrukh? Why? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > I would probably be a mixture of Salman and Shahrukh because I think the two of them are perfect. Preethatl > Hi Iqbal, I am Preetha from Bangalore. I watch your serial Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai . You are just WOW! You can try in movies also plzzzzz......... Mohammed Iqbal Khan > Thank you. How about financing a film for me? I don't plan things. I just go with the flow and let god decide for me. Muhammad > What would you do if ash proposes you? Will you leave your girlfriend? Mohammed Iqbal Khan > No way, I would not leave my girl friend for anybody in the world. Sign Off Message > Thank you very much. Whatever I am it is because of all of you. Thanks and god bless. 2] Mohammad Iqbal Khan Transcript of LIVE CHAT with TV actor, Mohammad Iqbal Khan at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 in Mumbai Mohammad Iqbal Khan TV actor "I can't stand people like "Angad" (my onscreen character). I totally fall for simplicity and believe in love" Kali_C and Hareem_M > Do you have a good relationship with the rest of the cast of Kaisa Yeh Pyaar Hai (KYPH)? Who would you say you are the closest to from the cast? Md Iqbal Khan > Yes, I enjoy a good relation with everyone. I am closest to Amit Tandon (Prithvi), Suvarna (Misty) and Sujata (Naina). Hareem_m > Are you like "Angad", who doesn't believe in love? What do you look for in a girl and/or marriage? Md Iqbal Khan > Oh, not at all! I totally believe in love. I basically and totally fall for simplicity. And the second thing (I would only come to know when I am in a relationship) is that she should respect my parents. It's very important. Jenny > How is it like being "Angad" in KYPH and working with Ektaa Kapoor? Md Iqbal Khan > It's brilliant, great. Till now it's the best thing that has happened to me (career wise). Ritu > Hi Iqbal, don't you think that TV has given you a much more recognition than movies or would you still want to get back to movies? Md Iqbal Khan > Yes, it's a fact that TV has given me more recognition. But, for an actor, the medium doesn't matter whether it's cinema or TV. Hareem_m > What do you believe are your strengths as an actor and as a person? And what are your weaknesses? Md Iqbal Khan > As an actor, my strength is I think my voice. And as a person, my strength is that I am a simple man and my needs are very basic. I am pretty confident as an actor. I wouldn't be in this line if I had any weaknesses. Weaknesses as a person - my parents. Saurabh_soni004 > Does any casting couch exists, in modelling and did you face it? Md Iqbal Khan > I don't know whether there is any casting couch, as I have not come across it. Until I don't see it with my own eyes, I will not believe it. Kali_C and Hareem_M > Do you believe that the character of "Angad" has become so popular due to the fact that he has grey shades in his character? Do you think the response to "Angad" would lessen if he became a completely positive character? Md Iqbal Khan > "Angad" has become popular because on TV it is the first time where this kind of character has been portrayed. As long as people love Iqbal Khan, no matter what "Angad" becomes, they will still like him. Neville > Hey Mohammed. I am Neville from the UK. I've got up early just to chat with you. I love your role in KYPH. Tell me who's your favourite co-star? What's your favourite color? When is your birthday? Md Iqbal Khan > Thank you very much Neville. Favourite co-star –Suvarana (Misty; favourite colour- black; Birthday - 10 of Feb. Swtchic529 > Tell us some funny incidents that happened on the sets of Kaisa Yeh Pyar Hai. Md Iqbal Khan > All the time we are having fun on the sets. It's really a lot of fun. The funny incident - whenever I have to play drums (as I don't know how to play drums but my role is such that I have to enact it) it's embarrassing on the sets, as everyone just looks and laughs at me. Saurabh_soni004 > Who's the one actor you would love to work with? Md Iqbal Khan > Sanjay Dutt, as I like him. He is one guy who looks like a hero. Sohni12 > Hi Iqbal. My name is Sohni and I am a very big fan of yours. I love your acting!!! And I am obsessed with Kaisa Ye Pyaar Hai . Did you always know that you were going to choose acting for your career? Md Iqbal Khan > No, it was only in college that I thought about acting. Thank you very, very much. Tanzy > How does it feel to be a TV artiste? What's your dream role? Md Iqbal Khan > For an actor the medium doesn't matter weather it's TV or films. It feels great acting in a medium that reaches a lot of people. My dream role would be Jack Nicholson's role in " As Good As It Gets." Meruchi > Hey Iqbal, which has been your favorite scene in KYPH? Md Iqbal Khan > Overtime I do a scene with 'Dadi' (Maya Alagh)I love it. Kali_C and Hareem_M > What type of girl are YOU more interested in, the Mishti-type or the Kripa-type? Md Iqbal Khan > I think the mix of both. I love the Sneha type (that's my girl friend). She's simple, beautiful and caring. Nav_oz > Hi Iqbal. I have my whole family obsessed and hooked onto KYPH and your awesome acting. Keep up the great work! :) Who is your role model? Md Iqbal Khan > Thank you very, very, very much. Please keep watching KYPH. I don't have a role model. Tanzy > Tell us more about your girlfriend Sneha Chhabra. Is she the girl who was seen along with you in the music video Main Teri Prem Diwani ? Md Iqbal Khan > Yes, she is the same girl in the music video - Main Teri Prem Diwani. She is doing her Masters in psychology, currently and is not acting or modelling. Kali_C and Hareem_M > Do you enjoy working on television or on the big screen more? Which (medium) do you believe you received more recognition from? Md Iqbal Khan > As I said earlier, for an actor, the medium doesn't matter. I have definitely received more recognition from TV. Hareem_m > What do you think of guys like "Angad"? Do you think their philosophy for life is right? Md Iqbal Khan > I hate people like "Angad." I can't stand them. Angad's character (onscreen) might change soon. Meruchi > Hey Iqbal!! I am from Texas, USA and we all love you out here like crazy, and in India-forums too. Do you ever visit any of the forums? What do you like doing in your leisure time? Md Iqbal Khan > Thank you very much. I am sure my girl friend keeps you updated on the forums. I don't get time to visit the forum but every time I need to give a message, I tell my girl friend and she does it for me. The little time I get, I sleep and spend time with my girl friend. Tanzy > If KYPH takes a 20-year leap, will you play an old character in the show? Md Iqbal Khan > KYPH will never take a 20 year leap. Kali_C and Hareem_M > Who is your favorite musical artist? Are you more into the current-type of music or the classics like Kishoreji? Md Iqbal Khan > My favourite singer is Sonu Nigam. I like Kishoreji's music. Hira j > How would you like to spend your dream date and with whom? Md Iqbal Khan > Dream date would be at the Denis Island (close to the African continent) with my girl friend, Sneha. As I am a very boring guy, I don't have a dream date. If I take a name, it would be a lie. Ambrin > Hey, are you doing any other soap? Md Iqbal Khan > There is no time to sleep so no question of other soaps, as of now. Hodo > You weren't noticed in your earlier ventures. What are your expectations from Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai ? Md Iqbal Khan > I have stopped expecting things. I just do my job and leave the rest to Allah. Noway > Is acting your passion or just a profession? Md Iqbal Khan > It's both. Acting can never be only a profession. Sign Off Message > Please keep watching me on TV. I would be nothing without you guys. Love, Iqbal Khan. *********************************************************** Shabir Ahluwalia Transcripts of LIVE INDIATIMES CHAT with TV actor, Shabir Ahluwalia at 12 noon (IST) on Monday, November 14, 2005 in Mumbai Shabir Ahluwalia TV actor "Natassha is a really close friend but I am not in love with her" Mudassir7867 > I am your fan and now watch Kahin Toh Hoga just for Aamna and you? I love the way you perform- dialogue delivery, acting. Especially that moment when you just lift your right hand in anger and become wordless. This is quite similar to Shahrukh Khan's acting (please don't mind). In reply, please type my name i.e. Mudassir. Shabir Ahluwalia > That lifting of my right hand is something I have been doing ever since I was very young. Thanks, Mudassir. Shabiralhuwalia > Hey Shabir! You're rocking in the role of Rishi! Where have you disappeared from Kkavyanjali ? Also, want to know about your off screen relationship with (actress) Natassha. Did you say - 'I love you Nats ' - when you took an award? What do you think about (actor) Eijaz? Is there any girl in your life? Shabir Ahluwalia > I have not disappeared. Before I return to Kkavyanjali once again, I have to fulfill some other commitments. Natassha is one of my closest friends. Yeah, I did say I love her because she is a really close friend of mine. But, there is no one in my life as of now. I think Eijaz is a sweet guy and a wonderful person to work with. Lipssa > Hi Shabir, how are you? You are really a brilliant actor. You have a cute smile. Do you have any girlfriend? Do you reply to your fan mails? Do you remember me? Shabir Ahluwalia > I am fine, thank you. Yes, I do remember you. I did get some emails from you and thanks so much; it's really sweet. I would love to reply to the emails but I don't get time. No, I don't have a girl friend. Zaingilani > Who do you think is your inspiration? Shabir Ahluwalia > Al Pachino. I really like the way he performs on screen. Nikveryvery > Tell me Shabir, what's your relationship with Natasha. I think you are in love with her. If so, then please say. Shabir Ahluwalia > No, I am not in love with her. We are really close friends. Prerna > How do you like your character in Kahiin Toh Hoga ? You know very well that so many girls are crazy about you. What do you think about them? Shabir Ahluwalia > How sweet! This is what I have been working for and it's good to know that people like me. I really love my character in Kahin Toh Hoga because I get to do as much as (my role) 'Rishi.' I get to make people laugh, cry and also flirt! Laks > How did you feel when you came to know that your big B is leaving Kahin To Hoga ? I mean Rajeev. Shabir Ahluwalia > I was a little disappointed but since it is a profession, we all have to move on. Lili > Hi! How did you come about anchoring the show Nach Baliye and till now, how has been the experience? Why did you agree to anchor a dance show? Is it for the money? Shabir Ahluwalia > I love dancing my self. As for anchoring, it was somewhere at the back of my mind to anchor a show. It was a proposal put forward by the channel. I was more than happy to do it. The experience has been awesome. I am having lots of fun on the show. Majhi > Do you think Saurav Ganguly should now be rested and new people be given a chance in the Indian team? Who is your favourite cricketer? Asking you since you are a sportsman yourself. Shabir Ahluwalia > My favourite cricketer would be Sachin Tendulkar. I don't know whether Ganguly should be rested or not, but one thing I am really happy about is that everyone is getting a really fair chance to play. Prerna > Shabir, who is your favourite character on the sets? Shabir Ahluwalia > There are quite a few – Lalit (my uncle in the show), Swayam (Vikas Sethi), Sanjana (Dimple). Basically, every one. Well_wisher > Hi Dude! How are you? What are your views about one religion and do you believe in GOD? Shabir Ahluwalia > I am fine, thank you. My views on one religion and all religions are the same. I am a god fearing person. Laks > Where do you want to see yourself - in movies or in TV - in the coming years? And yes, you dance well. Shabir Ahluwalia > Either doesn't really make a difference, as long as I am loved and you guys log on to chat with me on Indiatimes. Thank you. Prerna > Shabir, are you the same off screen the way you are in Kahin Toh Hoga? Shabir Ahluwalia > No, I am the opposite. It doesn't mean that I don't like girls, but I am not a flirt. Laks > Whom are you thankful to when you see yourself in the place you are today? Shabir Ahluwalia > I am thankful to everyone, who crossed my path along the journey. Lipssa > Where do you stay? Can you tell me about your family? What are your future plans? I went to Canada for six months. Any plans of migrating abroad? Shabir Ahluwalia > I stay in Lokhandwala (Mumbai). I live with my family. My family consists of parents, my sister who is married and is in Delhi, my grandfather. And I have an elder brother. No future plans - taking it by the day. No plans, as of now. Laks > If you were to change something in you, what would it be and why? Shabir Ahluwalia > Nothing, I am really happy the way I am. Well_wisher > What is your favourite colour? Shabir, do you have any e-mail address for your fans? Because we love you so much. God bless you. Shabir Ahluwalia > shabir79@hotmail.com . Favourite colour - red. Thank you. I love you all too. Clod > Which sport did you play? Why did you quit sport? Any plans of getting back to sports? Shabir Ahluwalia > No plans of getting back to sports. I used to play foot ball, cricket, base ball, badminton, squash. I quit because at that time opportunities were not that much (in sports). Well_wisher > A bit serious one. Who would be your favourite 'Sujal' in Kahin To Hoga -.Rajeev or Gurpreet? Shabir Ahluwalia > Both. Gigs > What sort of roles do you like to play - negative or positive? Why? Shabir Ahluwalia > I like to play grey shades more because there is lot more to do in it. It's more challenging. Sign Off Message > Love you guys and play it safe. Love, Shabir. ***********************************************************