Quotes from Diljit Dosanjh

If you remind yourself everyday, where you are from, who you really are, what will happen in the future, and where you exactly stand, then you'll be sane.

I am constantly scared that I should not do or say anything that will hurt my fans.

Although I played a cop in 'Jatt & Juliet 2,' it was a comic role, so playing a serious cop with an important role in 'Udta Punjab' was a change.

Even during 'Udta Punjab,' I didn't say much until the film was out. I feel it's incorrect to talk about a film until everything falls into place.

The storyline has always been of paramount importance to me. The subject and climax of 'Phillauri' touched my heart.

I never approach comedy thinking 'I know it all.' Comedy is tough. To make people laugh is not easy.

I feel hockey is a tough game.

The only thing I consider before signing a project is that my fans should like it. I understand my responsibility towards my fans.

When I am offered a film, I don't ask whether I will be singing any of the movie's tracks.

I am very shy on set. I don't talk much.

I don't feel like a celebrity. I did not sign 'Udta Punjab' to increase my fan following.

I am humbled for all the love of Indians I get from all over the world.

I will continue making music, whether or not I get opportunities in films. I know I have fans who like to listening to me sing.

It's a misconception that singers in Punjab use music as a backup in case their acting fails. For me, singing is the front, it's not the backup, it was acting that happened by chance.

There is no doubt that I feel bad when a film flops, but I can't sit back and not take up new work owing to that.

I am very scared of sitting without work.

I think we all face situations in life, where we are not sure if we will be able to make it. I have been through such experiences and for me, the real hero is the one who rises above obstacles.

Now that I have the access and money, I spend all of it on clothes and shoes. I have no other pursuits. I don't drink or smoke.

Akshay sir is very good at comedy. He has so much energy in him. He not only expresses with his dialogues but also his body. He is like Mr Bean.

I think that the Punjabi film industry is growing and is keen to experiment with different genres.

I don't do anything keeping Bollywood in mind.

Youngsters in Punjab don't follow Bollywood. They know about Drake, Rihanna and the relationship between Beyonce and Jay Z.

Youngsters in Punjab have a borrowed mindset, music and fashion sense from Canada and Hollywood because a large number of our relatives are settled abroad.

It's not like after winning an award, your job is done and you can relax. You still have to work hard.