Rajeev Masand puts Govinda in a witness box and gives him just two options: True or False. Typically, the sporting star grins and bares it.err.his heart that isYou turned down Biwi No 1 because the producers refused to change the title of the film to Pati No 1.True. Arre, after doing hero-centric roles like Coolie No 1, Hero No 1, Aunty No 1 and Anari No 1, how could I do a completely women-oriented film like Biwi No1. My fans expect certain things from me as an actor, and they will not be content watching me play second fiddle to the heroine of the film. I had asked the producer to change the title and alter some portions of the film. But they were keen to make the film the way they wanted to, so I opted out. Bas.You don't want to work in a women oriented film and yet your directors aren't allowed to cast a heroine until you approve and agree to work with her.False. I mean I do suggest names of actresses with whom I have a good rapport, but that's just because atmosphere on the sets should be comfortable. I have never got a heroine replaced in a film. If I feel that the producer is keen to cast a particular actress, and if I know that I will not be able to work with her comfortably then I leave the film. I don't insist on my producers throwing out the heroine. Never.Maybe not. You just like to plug your very good friend Rani Mukherjee.False. False. False! I am amazed how people continue to insinuate that we are more than just friends. We get along famously, but that's it. As for the many films we are doing together, it's because film-makers think we make a good pair on screen.Your volte-face from late lateef to Mr Professional is generating buzz in Bambai. The enlightenment, it seems, came after the competition hotted up and most of your last few films got a cold reception at the B.O.False. I have truly realised the inconvenience I caused to all my producers in the past. I know that if I report to work on time and not distract myself during the day, I can wrap up a film in less than a month. I've done that with a recent film, so I know it can be done. Also, I don't want to be doing more than one shift a day. I've become older and I tire easily. I'd rather work hard during the day and then go to bed early every evening. As far as the competition is concerned, I'm not afraid of it, because it has always been there. There is enough place for everybody here. I am a big fan of Hrithik Roshan myself. In fact, my kids who earlier danced to my songs, have now started dancing like him.And yet. You continue with the Govinda school of films and refuse to risk unconventional stories.True. I am not convinced by the argument that it is a must for an actor to do realistic movies or art movies just to prove what a versatile performer he is. I think it is as difficult or maybe even more difficult to do entertaining, commercial films. I like doing happy films. Yeh sab rona dhona, bina make up, kya faida..?
