Ranveer calls this the happiest phase of his life

Ranveer Singh talks about being offered regional films and time spent with mentor Aditya Chopra while shooting his next

With each release, be it Band Baaja Baaraat (2010), Lootera (2013), Goliyon Ki Raasleela RamLeela (2013) or his last film, Bajirao Mastani (2015), Ranveer Singh has been strengthening his position in the industry as an actor and as a bankable star. The actor has also been offered regional films. “I would love to act in movies in languages other than Hindi, whenever the time is right. There have been a few offers, but I’m more allured by the ones back home (Bollywood).”

The actor has almost completed work on Aditya Chopra’s film in Paris. Talking about the experience, Ranveer says, “It has been an incredible experience. It was exactly what the doctor ordered, after an intense film like Bajirao... my fondest memory has been the time I have spent and bonded with Adi sir. He and I made the film in the happiest phases of our lives. I hope our happiness translates on screen.”

Of late, Ranveer has also signed many ad endorsements. When asked whether he has signed 22 ad deals, he says, “Even I don’t know what the accurate number is. But it is a staggering amount. This (success) has been a long time coming… I was waiting for it. Now that it is happening, I’m very happy.”

Ranveer adds, “In order to commit to Bajirao... I had to change my look. That was a bit restrictive. I couldn’t do a lot of live shows and not even a lot of brand work. And I really enjoy that. Advertising was my side thing (before I started my acting career). I used to be a copy writer. So, I’m really looking forward to shooting some of these ads.”

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