Ali Zafar, who has bagged a nomination for best debut, tells us why a section of Pakistan is averse to his Indian ambitions

Mauli Singh (MUMBAI MIRROR; January 28, 2011)

How has life changed post Tere Bin Laden?

I wrote an email to my director Abhishek Sharma stating that he has completely changed my life and for the better.

Was Bollywood always on your mind?

Like everyone else I also grew up watching Dilip saab and Mr. Bachchan’s films and later on Aamir and Salman and Shah Rukh Khan. I started as a model and also did TV shows but didn’t enjoy acting then. After that I got busy with my music albums. Then I wanted to do something bigger and better so I came to Bollywood.

We keep hearing about the rift between Imran and you?

Whenever I read such stories I call up Imran and ask him what’s happening. He says, ‘don’t worry people try and create rift between actors, don’t take it seriously.’ We have a very good relationship. We went out partying recently.

You didn’t come for his wedding?

My brother-in-law was getting married the same day. In fact, I just got a text from Kiran (Rao). She is hosting a party for Imran and Avantika’s wedding.

You were experiencing a lot of visa issues.

Not at all. I have a multiple entry visa. Normally it takes 40 days to renew it. I am thankful that the officers grant me the visa pretty quickly.

Do you see yourself shifting base to India?

Ali: I don’t know. The decision depends on policies.

Ayesha: I don’t think a More >