When I started doing television, I had no idea that people were watching it. But then things opened up for television in such a way that it's no more 'small' screen, as it is called.
— Fawad Khan
I am the worst strategist ever.
I've been watching the 'Richard Pryor Show' for NBC made during the '70s. I'm a big fan of his work.
I think there comes a time when you start dropping expectations. Because the world doesn't owe you anything, and you don't owe the world anything in return. Things, feelings, are a very simple transaction. If you get it, be grateful. If you don't, be alright with it.
I am diabetic. So diet control is a pre-given for me.
I've adopted a diet that minimises high glycemic index carbs, coupled with lean protein sources and a mix of vegetables.
I choose films preferably based on content, and then I see the kind of team I have to work with.
I self-taught myself music at 19-20.
I'm an improvisational actor. I like to do my own thing. But once in a while, I think you should have the self-restraint to let someone else dictate the story.
I am the kind of person who likes taking one step at a time and raising the bar with each film.
One must be prepared for some surprises in life - some things will work out your way, some won't. You just have to keep working and do things to the best of your ability.
A lot of men tend to mix a couple of fragrances and smell like a flower garden. Avoid!
Comfort and simplicity are two keys that I follow when it comes to fashion.
I have been in love with my wife since I was 17. She has always been my strongest support. Even when I didn't have this fame, she was there.
I have developed my own brand of acting, and fortunately, people like it.
I do give interviews, but I am generally media-shy because I am an introvert by nature.
If I'm going to talk about something, I need to be educated about it, and I need to have seen all the perspectives.
From the time I've landed in India and wherever I've travelled, I've only experienced politeness and courtesy. There has been no hatred whatsoever. But I strongly feel every country has its formalities and rules that one has to abide by. I believe in respecting that, as it is in the best interests of everyone.
Wherever the wind blows me, I'll go! My eventual goal is to have enough experience to produce something on my own.
If I get into something, I get into it for the pure joy of it.
With social media, I think it becomes a little more intrusive. People have more access to you. It's obviously very flattering, all the love and affection that you get, and then there's also the downside of it: sometimes things don't go your way.
I want to play around with my looks. It's very boring to appear the same in all your films. Then people are looking not at the character but at the actor.
I was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus Type 1.
The film's content is the king.
I think I've managed to Forrest Gump my way though life.
Growing up, I loved films like 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and 'On the Waterfront' and became a huge fan of Marlon Brando.
It's a great feeling to be admired... what can I say? It's a warm, gooey feeling.
As a musician, I have sung, composed, and played instruments, and a lesser-known fact is that I have composed 20-30 ad jingles as well.
Remember, the fit of your outfit can make or break your look. Ensure the fit is perfect, and you will be just fine.
I am an immature person, and I am very lazy, too.
Whatever appreciation I've got despite the limited work I have done has been great. People have been receptive, and I think it's a privilege to have earned this respect.
I may have played romantic roles, but each character has been different, with his own personality.
I've been penniless. I've had to struggle a bit. But now I enjoy thinking about that because it just makes me feel better about my achievements.
If one wants to take a stand on something, one must be very educated about it.
I am always scared when I start something new. That hasn't changed.
My kids are the light of my life.
I'd rather speak less because I don't consider myself a very intelligent person.
The motto of my life is, 'The best advice is no advice at all.'
I think I lost too much weight during 'Khubsoorat.'
I was part of a metal and rock band, and I performed in front of 3000 to 4000 people for many years. I was the loudest mouth up there on stage. We would be screaming, head-banging and mass venting. We would all vent our feelings together, which is ideal as compared to participating in political and social forums, and I never felt any restrictions.
I don't think a multi-starrer or a solo film has anything to do with your choice of films. That is a bit of a primitive concept, really. Yes, you might want to keep a healthy balance, but that has more to do with the kind of roles you are playing.
I'm a quiet person. It's only when I am cued to talk that I talk. Otherwise, I'm reserved and a bit of a recluse.
I always consider myself as good as my last film. I tend to analyse my work very critically.
I proudly represent Pakistan in India, and I hope that many more actors from there come and work here.
Fans are half of an artiste... without someone to appreciate him, an artiste is nothing.
Being trendy is alright, but clubbing all the trends in one look is a complete no.
The time I'm truly happy is when I'm playing with my son. We just mentally connect. There's nothing more fulfilling than playtime with him.
Everyone has different interests, but instead of constructive learning, people generally tend to lean towards the negative... and I think social media has somehow given fuel to this kind of thinking.
Almost every story has a romantic angle to it.
I feel - and this goes back to social media and freedom of speech - when you're on a public platform, and you put something out there in front of people who don't know you, they might just perceive it in a very different way altogether.
