Govinda

My approach has always been to work so that I can support my family.

I want to do quality work in both cinema and politics.

I've a track record of successful comedy films spread over more than a decade.

If you've been associated and successful with a particular kind of acting for so many years, then it's wise to continue in the same direction.

There's no alternative to hard work.

I want to be associated with good entertainment.

I know there are some powerful people in the industry who don't want me to do well.

I have always listened to elders in my life.

It was my dad who encouraged me to come into films.

I was such a mama's boy that no one imagined that I could come into the film line. She wanted me to do a bank job.

People liked my performances in 'Kill Dill' and 'Happy Ending,' but I was hardly there in them.

Sometimes, you have to sacrifice your talent to please the public.

I never planned my movies. I never selected subjects to win the National Award. I did films that made the masses happy.

In Indian politics, deception seems a byword. I'll have none of that.

A film becomes hit with the equal participation of every actors and crew members.

The people in my family couldn't adjust to the political atmosphere around me. I didn't want my political ambitions to cause stress or trauma for my family. I didn't want any name, fame, or money at the cost of my family.

I don't get depressed.

I know that whatever God does is for my betterment.

I have realised the importance of being fit and healthy.

It doesn't make a difference to anybody if I accept or quit a film.

Work satisfaction is important to me.

I don't mind playing even a grandfather provided the role is good.

Politics was never in our blood and in our family... I will never return to it.

I've been learning martial arts - nothing specific, as then it becomes one-sided - but basic exercises.

Your writings should reflect wise thoughts.

I don't think much about how my past films have performed at the box office.

Happiness cannot have boundaries.

I have a flexible body.

I have got into the habit of gyming regularly.

I look after my body.

Each person creates boundaries and walls around the self - this often keeps even happiness at bay.

Laughter is beyond truth - the ultimate happiness.

I am the superstar of the masses.

There are massive camps in Bollywood. I never belonged to any camps, but I think it was a wrong move. I should have had. It affects your career. It's one big family.

For anything or anyone to grow, a conducive atmosphere is required.

A woman is very sensitive and knows exactly when she is loved or not. Mere words don't work.

I try to make my wife happy, but I know my efforts aren't enough.

I think I am a better son than a husband.

My mother inculcated wisdom in us, and I want to preserve her wisdom in writing.

I am thankful to my audience, parents, and the media who have supported me over the years.

It feels great to know that someone from the younger generation is following me.

Jaipur is the hometown of my religious guruji. It has a special place in my heart, and I have been here several times.

Romantic scenes are a part of Bollywood cinema, and if the script demands some kind of intimacy, I have no issues with my daughter doing those scenes.

If you know that you've given the right upbringing and knowledge to your children, you have already won half the battle.

My mother was my world.

It's a tough job being a politician.

I tried working with the best of directors and producers. I tried being selective, but things didn't work out. Now, I am open to working with anybody and everybody who is good. Or I'll try to make it good. That suits me.

There's a great satisfaction in humanitarian work.

I think I'm quite okay in 'Bhagam Bhag.'

I believe every actor gets some chance or the other to show his capability.