By Bollywood Hungama News Network

He proved his acting prowess in his debut film, My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves. His presence in the film was so massive that it was he who was talked about more than the film itself! Here''s presenting you the excerpts of his chat with his fans on Bollywood Hungama.

Priya64: Hello Nikhil... Welcome to Bollywood... How was your experience working in MNIAG? Sorry the name of the movie is too long to type out :)
Nikhil Dwivedi: it''s been a memorable experience for me. It''s a start of a fresh life and a fresh career for me so I'' m going to cherish it all my life :)

Ail: You did a great job...how was it working with Amrita?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Wonderful. She has been an extremely supportive and an encouraging co- star.

Vishuboy: Hi, who is your idol in the film industry?
Nikhil Dwivedi: There are many. I like the work of Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Anil Kapoor, and Shahrukh Khan to name a few.

Userso: How is E .Niwas as a director?
Nikhil Dwivedi: He''s humble. He is a genuine human being. I had a fantastic time working with him.

Dsds: Now you are launched what kind of films you would like to do henceforth?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I would like to be part of all films that have a good story.

Dsds: Now you are launched what kind of films you would like to do?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I would like to be part of all films that have a good story.

Vishuboy: Considering many actors die to work with Mithunda and you got lucky in your first film itself...how was it on the sets, did he gave any advice?
Nikhil Dwivedi: If it was required, he did. I''m fortunate to have shared screen space with a superstar like him in my 1st film.

Dsds: What did you like about MNIAG?
Nikhil Dwivedi: It''s simple story and its slice of life theme.

Dsds: How were the reviews of the film?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Well some have liked it, some not. But we have to take it in our stride. The general audiences are certainly positive towards it.

Soni: Hi Nikhil. What other films have you signed after My Name is Anthony Gonsalves?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I ''m doing the re-adaptation of an old 1985 classic Arjun and another multi starrer comedy.

Soni: Hi Nikhil. What are other films have you signed after My Name is Anthony Gonsalves?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I''m doing the re-adaptation of an old 1985 classic Arjun and another multi starrer comedy.

Soni: Arjun the one with Sunny Deol? Who is playing opposite you?
Nikhil Dwivedi: yes, that''s the one. The leading lady is yet to be finalized but they shall do it soon.

Soni: How would you rate yourself in the film?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I cannot be objective about my own film, it will be difficult and I'' m somebody who is always a bit self critical. But all I can say is that I did put up a sincere performance and there is always scope to improve even after your 100th film.

can_u_take_it?: They say Amrita has changed her looks is it true?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Well she has changed her looks and I think she is looking quite nice :)

Soni: Do you think MNIAG got enough promotion?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Yes I was quite satisfied by the way the film was promoted.

Deepak: How do you deal with criticism?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Constructive criticism is always welcome :)

Deepak: How do you deal with criticism?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Constructive criticism is always welcome :)

can_u_take_it?: Which is your favorite scene in the film?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I think I quite like the scene where I mimic Mr.Bachchan, the tailor scene from his film Kaalia.

Maha: Hi Nikhil. You act superbly in your first film. It''s glad to have you in Bollywood...Which is your favorite song in the film?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Well thank you Maha. That''s very generous of you. My favorite song is ''Tum Mile'' :)

Dimple: What do you think about Akshaye Khanna as an actor in Gandhi, My Father?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Akshaye khanna did rather well in the film. I quite liked the film too.

can_u_take_it: Is Mr. Dhoot happy with you getting into Bollywood but if it was not Bollywood then what would you be?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Ha Ha. Well Mr. Dhoot has been quite supportive.

can_u_take_it: Is Mr. Dhoot happy with you getting into Bollywood but if it was not Bollywood then what would you be?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Ha Ha. Well Mr. Dhoot has been quite supportive.

Bhavs: Who is your favorite female actress?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I used to like Zeenat Aman in my childhood :)

can_u_take_it?: What do you take back home after a day''s schedule?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I take back home my collective thoughts of what I''ve done during the day.

Soni: What can you say about new comers this season?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I think they are all very hard working and very talented.

priya64: Who are your favorite actors and actress and the one whom you would love to work with?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I would like to work with any actor that my director chooses :) I''m willing to work with any actor.

Deepak: Have you started filming for your future projects yet?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I''ll start working on my next project in the next 3 weeks, Deepak.

can_u_take_it?: Would you like to do anything else in films? Like write, direct, sing as well?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I don''t think I''ve the required expertise :) but music is of special interest to me. I would certainly like to get involved as far as possible.

can_u_take_it? : Would you like to do anything else in films? Like write, direct, sing as well?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I don''t think I''ve the required expertise :) but music is of special interest to me. I would certainly like to get involved as far as possible.

Nish: Hi loved your work in the movie and you rocks in the song Tum Mile but sorry to say movie was not so great but you were very good. All the best!!
Nikhil Dwivedi: Thank you Nish. We all worked quite hard but sometimes we do not come up to the expectations. But your opinion is valuable to me and I would definitely keep it in mind while choosing my scripts henceforth. And thank you for liking my performance. It''s very encouraging.

priya64: Which movie in the past which you would have loved to make your debut in??
Nikhil Dwivedi: Never thought of that. But I like Woh Saat Din and kabhi haan kabhi naa a lot.

priya64: Which movie in the past which you would have loved to make your debut in??
Nikhil Dwivedi: Never thought of that. But I like Woh Saat Din and Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa a lot.

Dimple: Akshaye Khanna in Gandhi, My Father or Shahid Kapur in Jab We Met? Which one is better and best?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Both are different films and different genres and I liked both the films.

Anna: Hello Nikhil! I wish you the best in the world of Indian cinema!!!
Nikhil Dwivedi: Thank you so much, Anna.

priya64: Where is your favorite holiday destination?
Nikhil Dwivedi: London.

Bhavs: Do you think it was a good idea to release your movie with a Halla Bol? Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Well Bhavs, ideally we would have liked to avoid it but we had planned our release since 3 months in advance and Halla Bol was supposed to release on 21st December. but then they pushed their release and we could not do much about it :)

Shahrukh khan: What are the 5 things you cannot live without?
Nikhil Dwivedi: My cell phone, my books, my credit card, my DVDs and my friends.

Shahrukh khan: What are the 5 things you cannot live without?
Nikhil Dwivedi: My cell phone, my books, my credit card, my DVDs and my friends.

Soup: What do you think of Kareena Kapoor in JWM?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I think she was quite good.

Soup: What would life be without Bollywood for you?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Not too happy :)

Shahrukh khan: Which was the most difficult sequence in MNIAG?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I think my audition scene from the film is what I paid special attention to.

Thurkey: What make Bollywood Different from Hollywood according to you?
Nikhil Dwivedi: We make our films in Hindi :)

Thurkey: What make Bollywood Different from Hollywood according to you?
Nikhil Dwivedi: We make our films in Hindi :)

priya64: Among all the other films released in 2007, which one is your best?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Om Shanti Om.

Thurkey: What is the key ingredient an actor should possess according to you?
Nikhil Dwivedi: He should be spontaneous.

Shahrukh khan: who''s next in your next film? Bipasha…..Kareena…..Mallika…Aishwarya….Deepika?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I will let my director decide that :)

Ace: Among all the movies coming in 2008, for which one you are looking forward?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Ghajni

Soup: Did you find Amrita Rao hot in your movie... (Coz I certainly found her wowwwwwww)
Nikhil Dwivedi: Yes she is pretty. And also a great human being. That''s why she stands apart.

Rahulnans: What made you get into film?
Nikhil Dwivedi: It was a childhood passion :)

Ace: Who is your favorite SRK, Aamir or salman?
Nikhil Dwivedi: SRK hands down.

Ace: Who is your favorite SRK, Aamir or Salman?
Nikhil Dwivedi: SRK hands down. But Salman comes close.

priya64: Who is your favorite singer in the industry??
Nikhil Dwivedi: Kishore Kumar.

Diivss: Are you related to Shahrukh khan?
Nikhil Dwivedi: No diivss I am not :) unfortunately

Rahulnans: How is Amrita as a co-star? Well she happens to be my favorite actress....so I hope you may well become my favorite actor soon.
Nikhil Dwivedi: She is a great co -star and yes it would be lovely that I can become your favorite too.

Ksprocks: Hi Nikhil, did you feel attracted towards your co-star Amrita Rao...Considering the fact that you both had great chemistry on screen.
Nikhil Dwivedi: No I didn''t get attracted coz we are professionals who are doing their jobs.. She is a very simple and a down to earth girl.

Ksprocks: Hi Nikhil, did you feel attracted towards your co-star Amrita Rao...Considering the fact that you both had great chemistry on screen.
Nikhil Dwivedi: No I didn''t get attracted coz we are professionals who are doing their jobs.. She is a very simple and a down to earth girl.

RIA: Who is your mentor-SRK or E.NIWAS?
Nikhil Dwivedi: E Niwas, he gave me a break.

RIA: Are you in De Taali with Aftab and Ritesh?
Nikhil Dwivedi: No, I am not in De Taali :)

Zoreen: Hi Nikhil.....I'' m Zoreen from Pakistan...I really liked the promo of your movies I just wanted to ask, is SRK playing any cameo in your movie?
Nikhil Dwivedi: No, SRK is not in the film :)

Di3: According to media your film is being getting hyped because of Shahrukh khan. Do you think a new actor needs the support of such superstar to market their films?
Nikhil Dwivedi: Well it has never been intentional to use Shah Rukh Khan for any hype but since he is Shah Rukh khan anything even remotely connected to him generates a lot of media attention.

Diivss: When is your birthday?
Nikhil Dwivedi: My b''day is November 25.

Zohaib: Who brought you in Bollywood and how did that happened?
Nikhil Dwivedi: I look up to SRK but its E. Niwas who gave me a break. I'' m here today coz of him.

Nikhil Dwivedi: Ok guys I need to sign off.... it have been lovely chatting with all of you. I'' m genuinely overwhelmed. I look forward to the same kind of response in the future too. Lots of love :)

Courtesy: IndiaFM.com

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