I was very focused when I wanted to make 'Dil Chahta Hai,' though it was difficult for me to convince people that I know how to make films and I will be able to direct and put a film together.
I need to gain a lot more experience. I think so much of being a director, other than the technical aspect and the artistry of it, is the confidence that you are, I think in many ways, you're the captain of the ship.
A lot of young directors, they're not confident; they're not open to the emotional level of the scene.
I think directors should be confident in their leadership capabilities. I think directors should be confident in what they want to do.
A franchise gives a sense of security to everyone - the director, producers, exhibitors, and even the audience feels that they are watching something close to the first part.
That is a big turn-on for me, a director who knows what he's doing and what he wants, and knows when he's gotten what he wants.
After 'Ra.One,' 'Cash,' 'Tum Bin 2' did not work, I almost lost my confidence as a director.
I love when a director says, "I don't know."
There are some directors, lesser in confidence or skill, who make the actor feel very uncomfortable because you feel you're auditioning for them, every day, and that's a terrible feeling on the set.
I can rely on me [being a director], unlike some actors. I never got anything less than what I needed from the lead actor.
