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SRK & I became a joke on comedy shows
Farah Khan talks about the much publicised 'patch-up', her debut as an actress and being more successful than her husband Shirish Kunder
Mauli Singh
This year, it was rather disheartening to see you and SRK share cold vibes...
…and now I guess, people are more disheartened to see things sorted out.
Do you think people took advantage of the fight and added fuel to the fire?
Of course! It became worse because of them. Only four people I know tried to patch us up. Everyone else revelled. The worst part was that we became a joke on a stand-up comedy TV show. That's when we realized it was time to wake up.
So who broke the ice?
If you've ever had a best friend, you'd know that it's quite normal for friends to fight or have misunderstandings.But as long as there's love, you can sort it out. Shah Rukh and I realized things had become ugly. He was heartbroken with whatever happened. I was in shock too. When we met, we realized how others were having a gala time at our expense. It took us around three minutes to sort things out.
And now, the two of you are working together again. Do you think SRK is your lucky charm?
I think we work well together.
How did "Happy New Year" happen?
It's destiny,I guess.I had written the film for him. It was a very organic thing. I didn't patch up with Shah Rukh because I wanted to do a film with him. Our relationship is not professional. It's beyond that.
Now that you're an actor,will you do an intimate scene or wear revealing clothes if the role re quires it?
I won't. There was a kissing scene in the script of "Shirin Farhad..." that I refused. Thankfully,they agreed.I have a husband and three kids.It's fine for other actresses. Not me. Acting isn't my profession. It was a one-off.
And which actor would you want to romance onscreen?
(Laughs) Can I say Tom Cruise?
No. It has to be a Bollywood star.
I was very happy romancing Boman Irani. I thought we had great chemistry. I'm telling you, everyone is going to forget Shah Rukh and Kajol.We are now the 'it couple' (laughs).
How filmi are your kids?
Not at all.They've watched only one film – "Sound Of Music". My son watches films like "Spider-Man" and "Transformers". But he loves dancing. He wins the prize at every birthday.
Are there plans to make additions to the family?
I don't think even science can help me now.I've done my bit for the population of this country.
Does having a more successful spouse hurts the ego of an Indian man? Has that affected your relationship with Shirish?
I don't think we are competing. I am eight years older than him. I had a head start. Also, we make different kinds of movies. When I saw "Joker", I felt that I could've made that film. Though it certainly does put him at a disadvantage, I don't think we have a problem. But people perhaps do. However, after a point, you just can't be bothered.
Do you have to be extra careful?
I was never sitting and bragging about my achievements.I asked him before signing "Shirin Farhad" because he is my husband and he has to be comfortable with my choices. I can't be selfish and not care about the people I come back home to.
…and now I guess, people are more disheartened to see things sorted out.
Do you think people took advantage of the fight and added fuel to the fire?
Of course! It became worse because of them. Only four people I know tried to patch us up. Everyone else revelled. The worst part was that we became a joke on a stand-up comedy TV show. That's when we realized it was time to wake up.
So who broke the ice?
If you've ever had a best friend, you'd know that it's quite normal for friends to fight or have misunderstandings.But as long as there's love, you can sort it out. Shah Rukh and I realized things had become ugly. He was heartbroken with whatever happened. I was in shock too. When we met, we realized how others were having a gala time at our expense. It took us around three minutes to sort things out.
And now, the two of you are working together again. Do you think SRK is your lucky charm?
I think we work well together.
How did "Happy New Year" happen?
It's destiny,I guess.I had written the film for him. It was a very organic thing. I didn't patch up with Shah Rukh because I wanted to do a film with him. Our relationship is not professional. It's beyond that.
Now that you're an actor,will you do an intimate scene or wear revealing clothes if the role re quires it?
I won't. There was a kissing scene in the script of "Shirin Farhad..." that I refused. Thankfully,they agreed.I have a husband and three kids.It's fine for other actresses. Not me. Acting isn't my profession. It was a one-off.
And which actor would you want to romance onscreen?
(Laughs) Can I say Tom Cruise?
No. It has to be a Bollywood star.
I was very happy romancing Boman Irani. I thought we had great chemistry. I'm telling you, everyone is going to forget Shah Rukh and Kajol.We are now the 'it couple' (laughs).
How filmi are your kids?
Not at all.They've watched only one film – "Sound Of Music". My son watches films like "Spider-Man" and "Transformers". But he loves dancing. He wins the prize at every birthday.
Are there plans to make additions to the family?
I don't think even science can help me now.I've done my bit for the population of this country.
Does having a more successful spouse hurts the ego of an Indian man? Has that affected your relationship with Shirish?
I don't think we are competing. I am eight years older than him. I had a head start. Also, we make different kinds of movies. When I saw "Joker", I felt that I could've made that film. Though it certainly does put him at a disadvantage, I don't think we have a problem. But people perhaps do. However, after a point, you just can't be bothered.
Do you have to be extra careful?
I was never sitting and bragging about my achievements.I asked him before signing "Shirin Farhad" because he is my husband and he has to be comfortable with my choices. I can't be selfish and not care about the people I come back home to.
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