Quotes from Harshvardhan Rane

When people heard my voice, they were shocked that I could speak Hindi.

Raashi is a lovely co-star, and we're having so much fun working together. We were talking about how our careers in Bollywood were launched by John Abraham.

I would do theatre till I die. Theatre keeps your honesty alive. You can't pollute yourself. You learn a lot, and you use theatre techniques in life.

People used to call me for donations, and I couldn't relate to that because I have spent most of my life trying to support myself.

I couldn't relate to the mindset of people in my hometown. Since I had no educational qualification, I only got menial jobs in Delhi.

I always wanted to do something related to the camera. When you are young, these are dreams you feel embarrassed talking about. You don't want to be made fun of. That would leave a scar on an young mind.

I've seen the best and worst of times. My parents were divorced when I was a child. I was brought up by my father.

I fled my home town and did odd jobs, including things like re-designing old furniture, before I became an actor. Having said that, I don't think the story of my life is in any way remarkable. What is remarkable is how acting opportunities have come my way.

As an actor, I want to do something I will be remembered for. I think 'Maaya' is that kind of film.

I feel it's tough to make friend when you're always thinking about work.

I spent my childhood trying to express myself, and I was not very good at it. In my town, most kids would take up engineering or medicine or something else, but acting was not an option.

I don't deny that fact that I like Gauahar. She is hardworking, self-made and self-respecting. Somewhere, I see my own personality traits in her. But that's about it. We are not in a relationship.

It's a misconception that all singers need to portray a messed up, dirty look to prove their identity.

I am stronger than yesterday and working harder than yesterday but don't know what will happen tomorrow.

I love travelling and exploring different places in India and around the world.

I wanted to escape the drudgery of a small town existence. Any place bigger than Gwalior was fine. I took the first train to Delhi because that was the only fare I could afford.

I am a big-structured guy, and so I always felt my weight was justified until I chanced upon Cavemen's diet.

Most youngsters are so well-connected with the rock music circle that they will know instantly if I attempt to imitate any rock star.

I often end up travelling in my Jeep for long distance road trips.

I don't naturally have the body language of a software guy.

The idea of meeting my former girlfriend's current boyfriend seemed insane and absolutely bizarre to me in the beginning. But I am glad I gave it a shot!

I was distributing DVDs in Mumbai in 2006, and that is when I got my first TV show offer - 'Left Right Left.'

At the age of 16, I ran from my house, did odd jobs till l landed work on television and then in film industry. My first job was at an STD booth in Delhi. Then I came to Mumbai, where I distributed DVDs, and that is when I got my first TV show offer, 'Left Right Left.' I have never planned things in my career.

I wanted to do something new and different. People expected me to do negative roles. I wanted to break the norm, and because of that, I lost on some great work as well.