Farhan Akhtar – His lifestyle revealed
To be frank, I never thought that somebody else’s life could ever influence me. And yes, he exists and I am influenced by his versatile personality and amazing working capacity. And he is none other than FARHAN AKHTAR. Come along and reveal his lifestyle.
Qualities to admire
There are many of his qualities that I want to adapt and feel powerful. I have never paid attention to his work before. When he made DIL CHAHTA HAI, it was just a film for me made by Javed Akhtar’s son that is doing good business.
The lesson I attached to my life was that whatever you start as a career, you are initially known as someone’s shadow. This is quite normal. Later, your work speaks.
Next, he made BHAAG MILKHA BHAAG. I saw the film and was surprised to see his acting skills. Did I ask myself that is he the same boy?
His talents were being recognised slowly and gradually. He completely changed his physical appearance and stepped into the shoes of his character.
The lesson I learned was that I should always be flexible enough to get into the character of my main subject. I should be able to feel the joys and pain of the character. Then only I would be able to show it in my work. Without hard work, I can’t make my mark in reality.
His movie ZINDAGIMILEGI NA DOBARA as a producer was a blast. He has been showcasing himself different every time. He plays it cautiously not to repeat himself.
Here, I noted that your readers are always hungry to read something new from you. They give a specific time to your work because they love you. Else everybody is busy. And there are so many in the world sharing the same profession as you.
Every move leads to new explorations
He came out of his comfort zone when he danced so well in SHAADI KE SIDE EFFECTS. Nobody could have imagined him dancing so flexible.
I realized that there is always more to learn. We have to step out and accept the new reality.
He can multi-task; as a director, actor, writer, lyricist and a singer. He is in his 40’s and it’s just the beginning.
I learned that no two qualities intervene into each other. I can be a daughter-daughter in law-wife-mother and a writer. Age is just a number. You are reborn with your every new work. Keeping yourself physically fit gives you immense power and motivation to perform better.
He is a social activist too.
This further influenced me to be socially present in bloggers meet and social circles. This makes your work speak for you. Your followers get a transparent you when they compare your virtual personality with you in reality.
Many times in life you come across ideas that influence you. Similarly, an actor can highly influence a writer.
I love the fact that he dared to start the initiative MARD. Not only is he a versatile actor and an empathetic human but also a man who speaks his mind fearlessly and dares to take a stand. I loved your analysis Geethica.
Very true. There so much more to his personality. Thanks Sonia.
Well written, Geethica. I love this man. First, for the human person he is. Second, for the way he fights for women rights. Third, for the controlled actor that he is. Fourth, for his voice.
Such a normal looking guy but he has oodles of charm. His body transformation for Bhaag Milkha Bhaag blew my mind and he sure is an inspiration for many of us.
I totally agree Soumya. After Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, I was pretty sure that this man has something special that’s different. Thanks
Interesting how you highlighted various aspects of his work and the lessons you learnt from each. Creativity, change and constant reinvention do help you grow – totally agree with that!
Thanks Shinjini