Hrithik Roshan, the 36-year-old, who has done a range of movies – from sci-fi to superhero, from historical to romantic sagas when asked if he’s had any weird experiences with crazy fans, and he looks mildly upset. “There are no weird fan experiences. I see every fan interaction as a huge compliment. 

How close is the character you play in ‘Kites’ (of a dance teacher) to you in real-life?
Any creative exercise has to be a reflection of you. It’s how you interpret it. There is a lot of me in the character I play in ‘Kites’. He’s very passionate in love and so am I.

Do you feel filmmakers should try to come out of their comfort zones and make films from their heart?
It’s time to let go of all our safety nets and be out there and tell a story through our hearts and not bother who is listening. We should make films with a thought as if no one is there to judge us. Like this we will produce better and more honest films.

You believe in doing one thing at a time and giving it your best. Are you incapable of multi-tasking?
I can’t multi-task. When I’m doing one film, I go completely into it and give my heart and soul to it. I got this inspiration from the Tinkle comic books that I used to read as a child. It used to advocate that one should stick to one thing and give one’s best to that instead of putting your hand in everything.

What kind of audience reaction you expect after putting in so much effort.
I hope they like the film. Audience reaction is my access point to growth. They have loved me for 10 years and I feel truly blessed.

You’re an amazing dancer. What’s your tip for someone who wants to dance as well as you do?
Just listen to the music and let yourself go. Unless you’re a professional dancer, dancing is not about looking good. It’s about enjoying yourself, about expressing yourself in the moment. The way I see it, there’s no such thing as a non-dancer. I think everyone can dance. You might think you look as foolish as a monkey while dancing, but if you’re enjoying yourself, I’ll be cheering for you.

You and Barbari Mori look great together in the ‘Kites’ promos. What do you think is the secret to great on-screen chemistry?
In ‘Kites’, it’s due to the brief of Anurag Basu (the director of ‘Kites’). He's a sensitive person who's making a very honest film. Also, Barbara comes from a world of spontaneity. She lets her spirit fly. Even Kangana (Ranaut), who’s in the movie, is a mountain girl. She has a sense of abandon and freedom about her. Barbara has a similar approach. I’ve been lucky to have their influence.

You’ve had to put on weight and lose it for ‘Guzaarish’, and you’ve also talked about the many injuries you’ve sustained over the years. With all this, do you feel insecure about your body?
Not insecure, but I am aware that it has taken a lot of beatings. My body has been really bruised and battered. So I am conscious that I have to be careful. My boys Hrehaan and Hridaan are two and four now. I want to be able to play football with them when they’re 16.

Do your kids watch your movies? Are they aware of what you do?
Hridaan is too young, but Hrehaan is becoming aware that his dad is different from other dads, that he seems more important than other dads. You know he has a Krrish doll that he plays with. I find that weird, my son playing with a doll of me! Sometimes, when I’m injured or tired and lying in bed, he looks at me almost suspiciously, and asks, “You are Krrish Daddy, aren’t you?” (Laughs)

You’ve just made your singing debut in ‘Kites’. In the future, do you see yourself writing and directing like your dad Rakesh Roshan?
No, I don’t. It takes a lot to be a director. I don’t have that kind of talent. You have to be a leader. There are so many things you have to do, from conceiving the project to inspiring it. Being an actor there’s more personal space. But I might change my mind.

Would you like to comment on your alleged link-with Barbara Mori.
Certain sections of the media had tried to instigate and provoke, but the truth always comes out. So it was just a matter of time.