Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Model Sahil Shroff is the man of the moment. Currently on the brink of making the big move from the ramp to the silver screen, this Mumbai-based hunk is a fixture at fashion weeks. Here, in a tete-a-tete with rediff.com, he gets candid about his career, personal life and a few of his favourite things.
How I got into modelling: It wasn't something I got into consciously. I have always been a sportsperson and used to model during my college days in Mumbai. I had to leave college and travel to Australia (where I grew up) to be with my family. When I returned I began getting offers, one thing led to another and before I knew it I was a model!
The golden rules of the business: Be true to yourself and never try too hard.
'I am looking at making my debut in films'
Photographs: Sanjay Sawant
My fitness secrets: What works for someone else may not work you.
Personal sense of style: European, wearable and stylish.
Serious actor, sex symbol or model: Serious actor, definitely.
My perfect day: That would be starting with a good breakfast, being airlifted to work (so I avoid the Mumbai traffic), four hours of work, followed by a dinner with the family and a night out with friends and the ladies!
My passion: Acting. I am looking at making my debut in films.
'Hrithik and Dino have hot bodies'
Photographs: Sanjay Sawant
If I wasn't a model: I'd probably be a marketing executive.
Today's hottest actors and actresses, according to me: Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra -- both are superb performers.
Two male and female actors who have hot bodies: Among the men it has to be Dino Morea and Hrithik Roshan. I also like Kareena Kapoor after she's gained weight and of course, Priyanka Chopra.
'I like hanging out at home'
Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
Quick facts about me:
My favourite food: Any, and I mean any mutton dish!
My favourite drink: Whiskey, on the rocks
I love hanging out at: My house, because it's peaceful, has everything I want and anyone can come over whenever they want to.
Music I enjoy: I enjoy house music, essentially.
'My greatest challenge in life is to get married and settle down'
Photographs: Uday Kuckian
Best movies of all time: Jerry Maguire, Godfather and Scarface
Books I love: I can't think of a particular title. But I do read a lot of books on spirituality and Buddhism.
Most recent indulgence: I discovered these amazing mithais this Diwali and freaked out on them. They are low on sugar but high on dry fruits and completely natural.
Greatest challenge in life: Getting married and settling down.
What turns me on in a woman: Definitely a beautiful face is a turn-on. But it's the neck that drives me wild!
'I can't stand to be nagged'
Photographs: Dominic Xavier
What turns me off in a woman: Nagging! Thankfully, my girlfriend is not the nagging type. What do I do when I get nagged? Well, I simply... turn off!
I can't leave home without: My wallet. It has everything I need to get away and be by myself if I want to.
In my spare time, I: Practice Taekwondo. I am also learning to play the guitar, and watch a lot of movies.
My future plans: I hope to get into films and am working towards it these days.
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