Top 100 Quotes & Sayings by Pankaj Tripathi
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Last updated on December 22, 2024.
I think reading and travelling not only make us good artistes but also broaden our horizons and open our mind. It really helps us to become a good human being.
I love the vibe that I get on the sets of south films.
I used to work in a hotel kitchen at night and do theatre in the morning. After finishing my night shift - I did it for two years - I used to come back and sleep for five hours and then do theatre from 2-7 P.M. and then again hotel work from 11-7 in the morning.
Earlier, I used to take up any role that came my way. But now I feel that I should take time and consider the role before taking it up.
I am happy with my career.
Survival is important, art is secondary. If you aren't alive, how can you create art?
Though I have been acclaimed for 'Newton,' but my personally favourite is 'Gurgaon.'
In 'Stree,' I play a character who believes that he knows everything. And I play a cop in 'Drive.' It is a different kind of a role. It is not a uniform-wearing character. The film is interesting, since it is a thriller.
I am a Sufi guy, so fame is maya for me, a worldly illusion.
I won't lose my mind now that I have fame, nor will I lose myself once it goes away.
Sharan is a very talented director, well versed with his craft.
In life, we have two segments: arts and science. We need science to make our lives easier. But what do we live for? We enjoy life through arts. So it's an artistes duty to question the wrongs happening in the society.
Comedy is important, and I do not want to end up being recognised for just one genre.
I used to do comedy during my theatre days, and I was good at that.
I just need good scripts, good films, and I am glad I am doing them.
'Newton' is a black comedy, a social satire. Amit Masurkar is directing the movie, and Drishyam films is producing. Rajkummar Rao is in the movie. I am playing a very important character. It is a very interesting project.
After some time, there will be another Pankaj Tripathi.
I had never imagined that after coming to Mumbai that, as an actor, my dates would be booked in six-eight months in advance.
We have freedom to experiment as an artiste - unlike lead heroes.
I had never thought that so many people would know me, will talk about me, and most of all, I will be given a National Award.
I will make a conscious effort to pick up roles which give a social message besides being entertaining.
It feels amazing to know that the whole country thought my role in 'Newton' was one of my best, and to win the Special Mention Award at the highest film award in India is just exhilarating.
I believe that only a well-read, well-aware individual can make a great leader and build a progressive nation.
When a man is extremely lonely, he starts discovering himself.
Right after watching 'Kabul Express,' I wanted to work with Kabir sir. Moreover, earlier he was a documentary maker, and the respective genre has always fascinated me, and I still desire to work in one.
One mistake and all this attention may just disappear one fine day. So I prefer to remain grounded.
I tend to read a lot of books and believe in a certain ideology.
Commercial films give you a wide exposure. For 'Dilwale,' I got calls from countries like Oman. Its reach is huge. Similarly, doing independent projects satisfy the actor in you.
We used to live in a rented house in Mumbai, and now we live in our own house. That, for me, is success.
I have fun doing lighter roles, as I don't have to do anything against my emotions.
'Masaan' was a small role, but people connected with it. I loved playing a man who does not have many complexities in life. I was inspired by my father for this role. You find such characters in novel or in stories. You don't find such parts in movies where characters are either good, bad, or grey.
I never imagined I would be in colourful costumes and dance!
I live in the present.
I am an aware citizen, so I want my characters to be aware, too. They should be aware of what's happening in the society and make a commentary. They're not in a la la land.
If every individual starts listening to poetry, watch plays, and see paintings, they'll become a better human.
I was offered 10 Sultan Qureshi-type roles after 'Gangs of Wasseypur.' But I did not want to repeat that, as I have little fear of being rejected by the people.
Janhvi is a very sincere actress. She respects me a lot, and I, too, respect her for the sincerity and commitment towards her work.
When people love your work, your responsibilities grow.
In a democracy, voting is a huge and most important right of a common man.
The court dramas shown in films and TV are often superficial. They should have a gripping storyline, which can keep the audience hooked.
I prefer comedy, as I have to act while playing a gangster. I have to put in a lot of effort to turn into a gangster, as I am not like that in real life. In comedy, one doesn't have to take up such stress.
A good content always allows me to reach the depth of the characters, and thus, the performance looks more relatable and truthful.
Big films help your reach a wider audience, and doing independent films keeps your artistic side happy.
I had done plays, and Hindi theatre pays peanuts.
Not everyone can handle success, but look at Rajinikanth. His films release all over India, his fans worship him and what not. But when I first met him, I felt like he is one of us.
It was Sultan Qureshi, the character of 'Gangs of Wasseypur,' which brought success as a baddie, but it were the TC and teacher's roles in 'Masaan' and 'Nil Battey Sannata' that broke the villain's mould and helped me successfully explore the other shades - be it comedy, intense, or serious - surprising the audience all the time.
I want to do different roles.
As a person, I am still grounded and humble.
Whatever changes a common man wants to bring in the country, he can bring it through the process of voting.
My wife used to work as a teacher and support me, and now I can do something for her, which is very satisfying for me.
I come from a very common family background in a small village, and getting an opportunity from home state to represent the state for an important and sensitive work is an honour for me and my family.
The audience in the country has evolved, and for them, it is about real characters.
The National Award is a matter of pride for me, and it has also increased my responsibilities towards the country.
Art makes you a better human being, and that reflects in society.
I am playing a principal who also teaches maths in a government school in 'Nil Battey Sannata,' the story of which is based in Agra. He is a simple common man and a very interesting human being. His character will get the audience in splits.
I come from the family of farmers. I am a son of a farmer.
I did not become an actor to earn money - that I could have done it in my village by becoming a farmer. I wanted to show my craft, which I am so passionate about.
Our Bollywood industry works in such a way that when an actor is seen in a gangster's role, he is offered similar roles.
I am still a villager who fell in love with acting.
I didn't get much time in between wrapping up 'Shakeela' and commence the shoot for 'Kaagaz.' With whatever time I had on my hands, I did my best to look the part. Instead of hitting the gym, I took up an organic approach to lose weight. I also cut down on oily and junk food and had small meals in between shoots.
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