gautam_sharma:Hi everyone it's great to be here
guest44:Hi I am so happy seeing you online. How does it feel getting instant fame? Will you miss Shakuntala serial?
gautam_sharma:Thanks a lot. Its been quite a jo your ney.
guest35:Who was best to work with in the serial? With whom did you enjoy shooting the most?
gautam_sharma:It was fun shooting with Shakuntala and with my dad.... both were really good.
guest56:Happy belated birthday. What did you do on that day?
gautam_sharma:I was working on my birthday
goodeye4d_:Gautam you are like the phoenix - you have emerged resilient from the fire, the vestiges of the show, the TRP debacle et al a shining new STAR - appreciated and adored by several fans. Congratulations.
gautam_sharma:Thanks a lot. I really need yo your love and support
guest35:Hi, I have heard that you are not single and have a fianc? Is this true? We wud have loved if you were single. When are you getting married to her?
gautam_sharma:No! I am single and I really enjoy it
guest48:hi Gautam, in you fan club I saw that you are from Bangalore. Even I am from Bangalore! How is life getting adjusted to Mumbai? Do you come to Bangalore even now?
gautam_sharma:I love coming to Bangalore, its my hometown. But Mumbai is in contrast to that city. It has more colour and life. So I enjoy both
guest19:Hi tell us about your family in Bangalore?
gautam_sharma:My family is in Bangalore and my dad is a businessman. I never wanted to be in business so I moved out of Bangalore and came here.
guest44:Gautam, I remember seeing you in the Emani ad with Shahrukh Khan. How was it working with him? Was SRK sweet with you guys?
gautam_sharma:it was really great working with him. He was really sweet to all of us there... I will cherish that moment
guest44:hi Gautam, tell us how was your first day of shoot? Were you nervous?
gautam_sharma:I was very nervous! It was such a good set and I had shaking knees
guest48:How was your last day of shoot in Shakuntala? Was it tearful or happy>?
gautam_sharma:I was nervous and happy
guest48:If you are stuck in a lift with Rakhi Sawant and Mika, what would you do?
gautam_sharma: I would just stand quietly and watch the fun.
goodeye4d_:If there is a role that requires you to look emancipated would you readily give up a six pack regime (well at least for a while)?
gautam_sharma:If the character requires me to do it then I will do it
goodeye4d_:Is there anyone in the family who is in the show business? How did you convince your parents? How did you get this offer in TV?
gautam_sharma:No one from my family is remotely related to television world here. They all are business people, but because of my hard work and luck I was able to achieve this
goodeye4d_:Was there any particular scene in Shakuntala that moved you such that you needed time to recover after the shot?
gautam_sharma:There was this scene with Shakuntala where we are locked up in a tehkhana... after all that I had to come back to my life
goodeye4d_:In the six months long haul, what did you do to keep in touch with friends mobile (calls), text, email, internet chat or telepathy?
gautam_sharma:No I have only called them. I couldn't meet anyone as I was in Ahmadabad.
goodeye4d_:But this success is bitter sweet right? Like many of us you are attached to the show and sad to see it end early
gautam_sharma:It was a really good experience.... I will never forget this.... thank god we didnt leave it incomplete
goodeye4d_:Thank you. Really admire the hard work and dedication of the entire cast and crew and for demonstrating such exceptional professionalism in the face of personal uncertainties
gautam_sharma:yeah this brings us lot of happiness and joy
goodeye4d_:You cut a dashing figure and your horse is a particularly handsome mount (the one in 1st July 09 episode). Did you get some time to bond with the horse?
gautam_sharma:I really bonded well with the horse. I love horses and it was great bonding with it
guest61:Which was your unforgettable moment in the serial something that you will never forget?
gautam_sharma:I think the last scene where we all are living a happy ending. It is the most unforgettable shoot for me and yet emotional
goodeye4d_:Script demands that you temporarily turn into a female but trapped in a male body. Will you do such roles?
gautam_sharma:Its a good concept' it sounds challenging.
guest61:Did you ever had a crush on any of the actresses in Shakuntala?
gautam_sharma:I had a crush on all of them (laughs). No I am just kidding. I did not have any crush.
guest61:Hey Gautam are you there on any of the networking sites like Orkut or Facebook?
gautam_sharma:Yes I am on Facebook very much. I also visit my fan club on Indya. It was an overwhelming site for me to see so many fans.
guest56:After this serial are you going to take a break or will you be engaged in another project?
gautam_sharma:Yes I am planning to take a short break but I will be back with roles which can do justice to my hard work.
mm76:Where do you stay in Bangalore?
gautam_sharma:I stay on the old airport road.
nishitag:Do you know horse riding or you learnt for Shakuntala show?
gautam_sharma:Yes I did know little about horse riding but for Shakuntala show I did learn completely. It was great
mm76:You said you have not planned anything right now! Have you ever given a thought of joining Bollywood?
gautam_sharma:I am really ambitious and optimistic so lets see what comes my way.
guest89:Hi Gautum, how is your life now after becoming a popular small screen star and what are your future plans?
gautam_sharma:It really feels great and overwhelming. Let's see what will happen in future.
guest56:May I know are you a South Indian or a North Indian?
gautam_sharma:I am North Indian but born and brought up in Bangalore. I love the city a lot.
goodeye4d_:What would you do to remain in touch with your fans after the show? Any specific mail id or sites?
gautam_sharma:I will try to be regular on the networking sites and will have chats wit them... so lets see.
guest61:You have a great body. What do you do to maintain it?
gautam_sharma:You need to be dedicated to your diet and exercise. That's my secret
goodeye4d_:Is Rajkumari Kalki still held in the palace? We never heard of her after Dushyant gave strict orders not to let her out. Worried if everyone has forgotten that she is still there
gautam_sharma:Yeah she is gone as Dushyant had told her get out.
guest61:What made you take up the role of Dushyant? Why didn't you consider a love story or a comic role?
gautam_sharma:I actually thought that I will end up doing some daily but after I was given Dushyant's role I thought why not. Its a beautiful character and I get to play many shades
goodeye4d_:Who is your favourite actress in Bollywood?
gautam_sharma:My all time favourite is Madhuri. I also like Asin and Katrina.
guest61:Hi I am Mihika from Mumbai. I would like to meet you once is this possible?
gautam_sharma:Hi Mihika... I am sorry when I get time to come to Mumbai I will surely come.
guest61:What is your favourite dish? Can you cook
gautam_sharma:I love to eat but I cannot cook. I love North Indian food. I can make good maggie and tea!
guest61:Hi Gautam, which type of books do you read?
gautam_sharma:My favourite is Tinkle and Archie! I have read Alchemist and other motivational novels.
guest56:I'm so happy to interact with you. Thanks for taking time for us. We love u
gautam_sharma:I am also really happy to be here to interact with you guys.
goodeye4d_:Keep us posted. We will watch any show you work in -even if the show is crazy will make s your e TV is switched so that you steer clear of the TRP business.
gautam_sharma:Thanks a lot. It really touched me. I wish I could continue doing this work... thanks.
indya:Thanks for logging into indya.com for chat... Hope you guys had a great time chatting with Gautam...We will be back with more next time...
gautam_sharma:bye