Renuka Vyavahare (BOMBAY TIMES; October 16, 2015)
The pleasant Kartik Aaryan talks about his latest comic caper Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 (PKP2), the sequel of the 2011 hit, Pyaar Ka Punchnama, the freshness of this franchisee and his take on relationships and women. Excerpts:
Your 'famous' monologue has been revamped and is garnering good response.
PKP2 is not a continuation per se. My character, Gogo is totally different from that of Rajjo in the previous one. Rajjo was subdued, while Gogo is headstrong and carefree. I was like Rajjo back then but now I'm more like Gogo. The monologue was filmed in one take so I couldn't fumble. And this time around it's longer, stretching to seven minutes.
The franchise looks like it caters predominantly to the youth.
The concept is universal as it's a funny take on relationships irrespective of age. You'll be able to relate to all the characters.
Any particular traits in women that drive you up the wall?
I'd say it's better to be in a relationship as I'm quite romantic at heart. But, yes, I can make a list of those traits.
Nagging: In a relationship, your time is often your girlfriend's time. You don't get to hang out with your friends.
No privacy: They want the the passwords of your computer and phone etc. If you ask them the same, they complain that we don't trust them enough.
Shopping: Shopping. I hate to stand outside a ladies' trial room. It feels stupid. Besides, it's weird to see other guys ogle at your girl, when she shows off her new clothes.
Talking: You have to talk to them all the time.
Delay: They can never get ready on time, even if the date was fixed a week before.
Dodging bills: Some girls sneak into the washroom or get busy on the phone, right when the bill arrives. It's important to go dutch.
What attracts you to women?
I like women who are confident and have a great sense of humour. Gorgeous hair is a bonus.
You look way different now.
From cute to hot? (laughs) I started off young. But PKP2 will present me in a new light.
Your 'famous' monologue has been revamped and is garnering good response.
PKP2 is not a continuation per se. My character, Gogo is totally different from that of Rajjo in the previous one. Rajjo was subdued, while Gogo is headstrong and carefree. I was like Rajjo back then but now I'm more like Gogo. The monologue was filmed in one take so I couldn't fumble. And this time around it's longer, stretching to seven minutes.
The franchise looks like it caters predominantly to the youth.
The concept is universal as it's a funny take on relationships irrespective of age. You'll be able to relate to all the characters.
Any particular traits in women that drive you up the wall?
I'd say it's better to be in a relationship as I'm quite romantic at heart. But, yes, I can make a list of those traits.
Nagging: In a relationship, your time is often your girlfriend's time. You don't get to hang out with your friends.
No privacy: They want the the passwords of your computer and phone etc. If you ask them the same, they complain that we don't trust them enough.
Shopping: Shopping. I hate to stand outside a ladies' trial room. It feels stupid. Besides, it's weird to see other guys ogle at your girl, when she shows off her new clothes.
Talking: You have to talk to them all the time.
Delay: They can never get ready on time, even if the date was fixed a week before.
Dodging bills: Some girls sneak into the washroom or get busy on the phone, right when the bill arrives. It's important to go dutch.
What attracts you to women?
I like women who are confident and have a great sense of humour. Gorgeous hair is a bonus.
You look way different now.
From cute to hot? (laughs) I started off young. But PKP2 will present me in a new light.