I'm not the kind of guy who gets defensive after something goes wrong.
— Arbaaz Khan
I believe in giving actors the freedom to express themselves, and adding more to whatever is written.
For me, acting is something I am passionate about. I am someone who wants to be known for who I am. If I wanted to just make money, I would've chosen some other profession.
To be finally recognised for my work is a feeling I can't describe.
I don't believe I did anything earth shattering as an actor.
There is no point in appearing in just a few episodes. If I do a show on television, it won't be for a few episodes only.
I know for sure my son will grow up one day to say I was a great dad.
Possessing best musical equipment has always been my craze.
I am pretty well versed in the knowledge of music.
A sequel is going to be a pressure no matter who directs it. A sequel is only made when the original film works.
Sometimes, the money is exciting. You want to buy a house, or a car, and then you jump into it. So, there are a lot of things that come into consideration, and that's fair enough. There may or may not solely be one reason why you do films.
I'm a practical actor and work keeps me occupied. It takes care of my bills, so there are many reasons for which I work.
I have no time to think about a second marriage at all.
Sometimes, waiting for too long for the right film may fall flat.
I won an award for my debut film. However, my career went up and down after that but I kept getting work. I did whatever excited me and did not think which role or film will change my career.
I will direct films be it my own productions or outside. It's not like I am here only to direct Salman.
I think with time you don't have an option but to listen to your wife.
Sometimes, there is a long gap between the time the script was written and when it went on the floors. Being on the sets can be refreshing, as you can revive the script in some ways.
People should mind their own business. This particularly applies to those who are inquisitive, and those who jump to conclusions.
There are only advantages of being Salim Khan's son, Salman Khan's brother and coming from a known family.
As for action, yes 'Wanted' was a success in the action genre. But not to the extent of 'Dabangg.'
I want to be amongst the top 10, if not top five filmmakers. Though I don't think I'd stand even in the list of top 30 actors.
I may or may not have disappointed Malaika as a boyfriend and a husband, but not as the father of her child.
I'm quite comfortable being the husband of a woman who's a big celebrity. And of course a superstar's brother. It's not an enviable place to occupy but it's the reality. I'm very closely related to two very successful people and I accept that happily.
I love to go on long drives while listening to emotional, peppy and foot taping numbers, depending on my mood. I have a wonderful sound system.
Our father has taught us that 'if you are together, nobody will try to break you.' That's unity and it has power.
I know 'Dabangg' has some pre-requisites. Every film has some requisites that you have to fulfill. I sat down with my writer and discussed what as an audience I want to see in the second part of the film. We worked towards that and we hope what we thought connects with the audience.
People tend to typecast you in a certain way, depending on the kind of work you have been doing till then.
I have to make myself available for work. If I'm going to sit around only for great roles, I won't get the right one.
We have lived together for more than 18 years. Malaika is like family to us even after separation. We have a son together. We are responsible for him.
Web is going to become very big... The format is different in terms of its storytelling pattern and its duration. Web audience enjoys watching stuff on the go, they prefer to watch it alone. It is isolated viewing while cinema is collective viewing.
No one is going to keep giving me work because I am Salman Khan's brother. People may give me one or two films because of Salman but no one can make my career. I have to work towards it.
If 'Dabangg' starts looking like the 'Golmaal' or 'Dhoom' franchises, then people wouldn't be able to connect with it.
When you achieve something or someone, you don't want to lose the person. I love Malaika but I'm possessive about her.
I like it when actors offer something new with their performances, and elevate the scene. I don't restrict an actor.
I know there are insecurities in being an actor. There are certain compromises you need to make, but they are all worth it.
I have a lot of friends, and it's not necessary that if I go out for lunch or dinner with someone, they have to be my girlfriend; or that I'm committed to them.
Though I may not have left a huge mark, I did create some ripples. People would recollect there was an actor called Arbaaz Khan.
I began as an assistant director to Mahesh Bhatt sahab on films like 'Zulm,' 'Kabza' and 'Aawargi' during the '80s. Then I got an opportunity to act and I took it up thinking direction was something which I could always pursue later.
Before marriage people want everyone to look at their girlfriends. But after marriage they want to keep their wives locked way.
There is no need to do a rush job on any film.
Music for me is about relaxing.
Dabangg' is an actor-driven franchise.
My family doesn't interfere in my professional decisions at all.
I'm a recognisable actor, but I'm not a bankable actor.
It's a myth that you'll know the box office result of any film. I don't think anybody can predict a film's fate accurately, otherwise nobody would make unsuccessful or flop films.
A hero can get a positive response with a few flaws in him.
There are people who do not get to act after two films. I have been in the industry for over two decades.
When a movie is made, you toy with many ideas, and a prequel to 'Dabangg' is one of them.
I started my production house with the idea of directing one day.
