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Counting the number of days left for the release of his upcoming film Singh Saab the Great,actor Sunny Deol stopped by the city,and indulged in a candid conversation on playing a Sikh character in six films,promotion spree,shortage of subjects in Bollywood,and on his refusal to be bracketed in the 50-plus age-group. Im still a 30-year-old in my head. One is as young as one wants to be, says the actor,adding that he doesnt care about the older heroes opposite much younger heroines charges. I am an actor. This is our job,age has nothing to do with it, he says.
Even though his signature turban which has catapulted him to a mass hero status was missing,Deols Sardar spirit was alive and kicking. I like the feel of victory,I dont like sad endings,one has to walk out of the hall feeling good about the film, he says. Living by a moral code of conduct,Deol draws inspiration from the Sikh Gurus,warriors and leaders. Be it in Border,Gadar: Ek Prem Katha,Jo Bole So Nihal,even Yamla Pagla Deewana,or now Singh Saab the Great,Deol has roared his characters to towering lives. His turbanator avatar with rousing speeches and high-powered action works as a major crowdpuller,but its not a conscious decision,he says. Ive always been versatile. I was shooting for Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 when Singh Saabs schedule started,and it was difficult to straddle two different looks, says Deol.
So,it goes with the current tide of the country? If the film works,yes,it is the right time,but I do have something for the critics, he says.
Whats happening with the sequel to Ghayal? Uhno nazar lag gayee hai (its jinxed). But if Singh Saab works,I will push for the release of my other film in waiting,Mohalla Assi, says Deol. This year will also see the release of his first romcom,titled I Love New Year.
A big fan of the early to bed early to rise life,Deol is familiarising himself with the perks of promotions. An actor today is a product. He/she is making more money from things other than acting,and it has not been easy for a person like me who shies from ground shows and big gatherings. The media hype creates a lot of pressure to deliver. I come from a time when box-office returns and ratings didnt matter,only the audience did. Being a sportsperson,however,has taught me you win some,or lose some, he adds.
Deol now wants to go back to directing,and make films beyond colour,costume or camera work. There is a dearth of stories for only a good subject retains the audiences, says Deol.
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