Quotes from Nawazuddin Siddiqui

The film industry is mostly about unidimensional characters.

'Freaky Ali' may look like an easy role to others, but it is not easy.

I think there is no racism in this film industry. They are only in need of talent, though it takes time; but, if you are talented, you will get your due. I am thankful to be part of this industry.

If I am expected to play a dancer, I will learn dancing but won't do the random, meaningless dancing.

I am trying every genre.

Kabir Khan is that rare director who manages to merge Bollywood formula with a good story.

I have seen many teachers in real life, which come from the same background and morality and treat their profession like just another one rather than a noble profession.

In Mumbai, you have to act in real life, too.

The Indian audience is getting exposed to world cinema and realising the power of unique plots and distinct characters.

I don't understand what A grade commercial cinema is. If you are talking about box office success, mine are A+ then!

My job is to work hard and be honest with my character, and that's in my control. I can only try to give my best performance.

There are thousands of ways to make people laugh - satire, black comedy, slapstick.

Being a recognised face has its problems. I miss the freedom to go anywhere I want to.

The easier it looks on screen, the more hard work goes into making it so.

Behind every easy role, there is a lot of hard work that goes in.

I won't give the credit to 'good fortune.' Whatever I have achieved is because of my hard work and passion.

I was determined to be an actor and make a name in the industry, and hence, I did.

Only heroes get stereotyped. As they do the same kind of roles again and again.

After graduating from National School of Drama, I started doing theatre in Delhi. But there was not much money in Hindi theatre.

Often when I feel I am reaching a saturation point in my performances, I think of coming back to NSD and attending workshops.

I used to be the best comic actor in my batch. Everyone knew that my comic timing was impeccable.

Kabir Khan is a director who goes out of his way to make his actors comfortable. He's very chilled out. He makes the environment on set very casual and friendly.

Rituparno Ghosh is a legendary director, and I happen to be a huge fan of his.

'Haraamkhor' is a low budget film. We are not worried about the box office because our film is already in profit. It's got a strong content that will reach people's heart.