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By Our Correspondent Š2008 Bollyvista.com |
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Nikitin Dheer |
How was it working with Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai?
As I said, I am huge fan of Hrithik and have admired him since his first film. It was an honour to work with him. He is like an elder brother and guided me every step of the way. I would always ask his advice when I was stuck approaching a scene and he was extremely generous and even shared his food with me on the sets. He is by far one of the most humble people I have met. I loved the few times we hit the gym together during our outdoor schedule and I hope we train together again sometime soon. All I can say is that I have learnt how to be a better actor because of him, but more than that he has taught me how to be a better person. And
I thank him from the bottom of my heart for it.
Unfortunately, I do not have any scenes with Aishwarya Rai in the film but I did exchange pleasantries a few times on the sets and really missed the opportunity this time to work with her but sincerely hope I do get an opportunity in the future as I think she is a superb actress and by far the prettiest lady in our industry.
What's this controversy over Jodhaa Akbar credits?
Well all I want to say is that I am extremely thankful to Mr. Ashutosh Gowariker for giving me a break with such a strong role, giving me a chance to show my talent on such a huge canvas. I am sincerely grateful to him.
Did you see the film? How did you like yourself? What's your father's view on your acting?
I have not seen the film, and nor has my father.
What according to you are your assets as an actor?
I think my hard work, perseverance, commitment towards my work and my belief in me are my biggest assets.
You have also signed Mission Istanbul. Tell us something about your role in the film.
In Mission Istanbul I play a character which is on the other end of the spectrum compared to Jodhaa Akbar. I play a young flamboyant character, who owns a news channel in Istanbul. I had a blast working with Apoorva Lakhia. He is one of the finest people I have met and is someone I can do anything for. He showed immense faith in me and that helped me to do my job to the best of my ability.
Who are your idols in Hindi films?
I have many idols in the industry. I am a huge fan Amitabh Bachchanji, Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan. But my all time favourite actor is Kishore Kumarji.
Your father made it big on the television but not on big screen. What's your take? Do you think you'll be able to make your father proud of you?
My dad is a superb actor but an actor can only express himself if he has the opportunities, and I feel he has not got the roles which bring out the best in him and whenever he has, he has never disappointed. With television, the roles he played were far more varied and interesting hence he achieved far more success in television. As far as making him proud is concerned, I really I make him proud both as a son and as an actor.
Your grandfather, C. L. Dheer was a filmmaker who made as many as 19 films. Have you seen any of his films? If yes, then which ones do you like?
I have not seen many of his films, unfortunately. I have only seen two, one was Bahu Beti and the other Aalingan. My grandfather made women oriented films and his central characters were always women. His films delivered a social message without sounding preachy. That was something great about them. |
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