- By Priyanka Munshi
- Sat, 20 Jul 2024 12:58 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Naseeruddin Shah, one of the most respected actors in India, has had an incredible path filled with failures and successes that serve as an example to many. Born in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, in 1950, Naseeruddin overcame many obstacles to establish himself as a legendary figure in Indian cinema. He had a desire for acting from a young age, but his early years were challenging due to a lack of understanding and support from his family and the general cynicism of pursuing a profession in the arts in society.
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Naseeruddin Shah frequently encourages people to follow their dreams despite hurdles by emphasizing the value of passion, perseverance, and remaining true to oneself. Many people can relate to his experiences and comments, which show that success is attainable with tenacity and a positive outlook. By sharing his trials and victories, Naseeruddin Shah continues to inspire many to overcome obstacles and tenaciously pursue their passions. In honor of his birthday, we have selected a collection of his most noteworthy and impactful sayings for you to read and use as inspiration.
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Quotes By Naseeruddin Shah
Playing the good guy is boring. I love twisted, flawed characters.
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An actor can never voice his opinion through films. All an actor does is convey what the director and writer want to say. You are a mouthpiece of their ideas. Your ideas reflect only in your choice of movies.
What drew me into being an actor was that I never got cast in the school plays - and it used to kill me.
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In theatre, there is a unique feeling of everyone working as a team, which you never get in films.
Being good or evil has nothing to do with religion.
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I realise that I have made quite a few of the same mistakes with my kids that my dad made: not so much in trying to determine their lives for them but in terms of trying to discipline them.
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I feel anxious for my children because tomorrow, if a mob surrounds them and asks, 'Are you a Hindu or a Muslim?' they will have no answer.
Unfortunately, in our country, crying is mistaken for good acting.
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A person takes his own path. My father tried to guide me the best way he thought I should go, and it didn't work. I went the way I wanted to.
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There are some movies that you feel like doing because of the script. Some because it sounds like fun, some because that's the director you want to work with, some because it's a project that you want to be involved with, and some because you will be paid lots of money. But the bottom line is I must feel like doing it.