Quotes from Pulkit Samrat

I can speak with the eyes, but I find saying 'I love you' very tacky. It's too mushy.

It's always better to work with a good filmmaker. It makes a lot of difference with the presentation of the film, which matters a lot at the end of the day. But I don't really concentrate on only big names.

Delhi - the entire north - has given me so much love. It has given me an identity, so I have no shame in being called a Delhi dude.

It's always special to shoot in Delhi.

I'm happy I got to do different kinds of roles - romance, action, and even a satire in 'Bangistan.'

Salman Khan's support means a lot to me. I do feel nervous at times about disappointing him. I try not to let his expectations down.

I want to be a romantic hero but I am also open to experimenting.

If I am adding value as an actor to something that's offered to me on television, why not to do it? But it must challenge me and I must add some value to it.

Mom wanted to pursue dancing further but she could not, so I think she channelled it through me.

I always wanted to become an actor. I just followed the passion step after step.

I have always taken a step forward and believe that slow and steady wins the race.

I am thankful to all the people who have supported me, especially my family.

Ram Sampath is a genius.

When you do something for society, however big or small the gesture may be, you must tell people around you to follow it as an example.

My movies should be such that kids, grandparents and parents are able to watch it together.

Working with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani was a great learning experience.

In 'Fukrey Returns,' the love between Hunny and Priya grows stronger and so, you'll see them sharing an evolved chemistry.

I have a handful of people who work for me - those who do our hair and make-up, ADs - they're like family, so taking care of them is necessary.

When I walk or people see me somewhere they stop and recognize me; heads turn when I pass. God has blessed me.

I started my journey in this industry through TV. I never assisted anyone. So I never had the opportunity to understand and read how a star works.

I was into theatre in school and college with theatre personality Barry John, who has also trained Shah Rukh Khan. Then I joined the Elite modeling agency - they have different courses including grooming, modeling and theatre workshop. I was selected for modeling.

You have to do your homework for everything. For 'Fukrey,' it seems like I'm just playing a Delhi boy. But he is a Delhi boy from Geeta Colony, which is a different world when it comes to Delhi.

Definitely, the most important part of a love story is the chemistry between the two actors because a love story is about a guy and a girl meeting and falling in love. You don't see love coming across if the chemistry is not there.

I always thought that I would not wear shades when I become a star. I was like, 'Why do we have to wear glares? People should recognize you when you stop at the signal.' You want heads to turn towards you... and if it doesn't happen, it is a nightmare.