US TALK
What does success mean to you?
It’s a great feeling when you are blessed with success. I know my struggles and I am proud of it. Success keeps me motivated and pushes me to do better than before.
Something you learned early in your career?
It’s a never-ending struggle. You have to keep doing better than before to entertain audiences.
Did you get any formal education for this career?
Yes. I was a film and TV student. Almost graduated :)
Do you believe good looks and connections are the only things that make a star?
Not in my book. Your talent is your biggest strength.
How has social media changed things for you?
It has brought me closer to my fans. I love interacting with people. Social media can be tricky at times but I am okay at it.
The funniest thing or gossip you have heard about yourself?
That I was born in 1980.
Reflecting on your career, what lessons have you learned and how have they helped you evolve?
Never compromise on the quality of work. Own everything that you do and give it your all. Ive become a better performer keeping all of this in my mind.
How do you deal with self-doubt?
If there is any, I address it. I share what’s bothering with my close people and take suggestions. It helps.
Date of birth and star
Sept 5th; Virgo
The best thing about being a teenager was
Used to be so carefree
The worst thing about being a teenager was
Couldn’t make choices for myself
I was always listening to
Ghazals and qawalis
My favourite actor
Faysal Qureshi and Denzel Washington
My favourite singer
Sajjad Ali
My favourite super hero
Batman
My favourite movie
Batman Trilogy
My favourite book
The Best Thing about You is You!
My closet was full of
A lot of clothes and shoes
My friends were
Always there for me
My first crush was
Back in school
What hurt me the most was
When I was cheated on
My dream was to become
A cricketer
Relations with family were
Always good
My school was
Very meh
My favourite subject was
Maths
My least favourite subject was
Chemistry
I couldn’t stand
A liar
My favourite food
Biryani
My favourite hangout
Cinema
My favourite sport was
Cricket
I couldn’t live without
My family