Explore Quotes by Randeep Hooda

You don't run from the bad things in life; learn from them, because your worst is what will lead you to your best.

I wouldn't mind going half naked on stage, if that is what my role demands.

I went through a low phase for two years when I had a string of flops. At that time, I even felt that I was in the wrong profession and that I should leave acting. But thankfully, I utilised that time to introspect and went on a self-exploration trip. I did theatre in between, and it helped grow the fire within me.

I am not an insecure actor, and this reflects in the films I have done. Yes, there was a phase when I was adamant on solo hero roles, but that is over now.

I don't like people waiting on me. I feel it is an unnecessary expense.

I try to keep myself as normal as possible. Stardom is transient. People forget you after a while.

I don't have a set image. In fact, I would be curious to know how someone slots me.

At the end of the day, an actor is only a cog in the wheel.

Seriously I suspected I was a good actor, though I didn't know it during 'Monsoon Wedding.' Now I realize the more I learn, the less I know about acting... and life.

There is a lot of silence in me, and I feel that silence is often better than spoken words.

I find theatre easier than films, because it gives you an environment of a dark hall, the audience concentrating with you... whereas, film sets are not conducive to long rehearsals, and it is difficult to pick up the emotions amidst all that is going on around you.

We had a great dramatic society in school, and that's where I first got exposure both as an actor and director.

I have made a promise to myself that I will have no limitations as an actor. I have realised I have to pay attention to the commercials or the business aspect of cinema, but deep inside, I am purely an artiste.

You have to make enough noise to be cast in the right films, and the best way to make that noise is to do lots of good work.

Over the years, I have realized that there's more to a film's fate than just good acting and a solid script. It needs to be marketed well. It's the package that sells - the songs, action, actors, etc.

I have realized that intensity is my unique point. I don't have to attempt it; it's innate. So, when every actor is seeking his individuality, I guess I have already found mine.

Success is a high, but the way up is hard, and you have to give your all.

Theatre gives you wings as an actor.

Having learnt my basics in theatre, I always feel film is a collaborative effort. If you do your part well and help the person in front of you in realising his or her potential, the film invariably comes out good.

You can't say the public likes generic characters. Give others a chance, go for a more rooted and honest characterisation, take some risk, and then let the public choose.

I overhaul myself for my roles. Sooner or later, I will get my due.