You need to be shameless as actor, says Aparshakti Khurrana

Aparshakti Khurrana, who turns 31 today, says, he has no qualms in approaching filmmakers for work as an actor needs to be "shameless and open".

The actor says taking the first leap of faith is very important.

"When I get to know somebody is making a film, I try to catch hold of their numbers and I approach them, I introduce myself as 'Hi, I am Aparshakti' and I mention I have done films like 'Dangal' and 'Stree'.

"There is no shame in doing this. You need to be shameless and have a little open attitude. Not always right people will approach you need to approach right people and take the first step," Aparshakti told PTI in an interview.

He tasted success from his debut "Dangal" in which he played the cousin of Phogat sisters - Geeta and Babita. He followed it up with "Badrinath Ki Dhulania" and this year's blockbuster "Stree".

However, Aparshakti says, things did not change overnight after the success of "Dangal".

"People would not recognise me as I looked different in real life than my character. The recuperation of the successful character happened very slow. It all happened step-by-step."
He adds, "People understand and don't take offence. More than being calculative, one has to be honest. People respect that today. Today honesty is given lot more value."
"It was a longer journey but I was ok with it as I wanted people to respect my craft. The journey from now on is going to be longer and I am prepared for that."
"In films it is not about one face that will sell your film but about other actors also. It is teamwork that makes a film good."