Anupam Kher

Sep 21, 2012
Anupam Kher

Anupam Kher

The renowned actor answers readers’ queries about personal problems and doubts, and offers advice and guidance

Don’t let success change your core

You are a well-known person. How difficult is it for a celebrity to find balance in normal life when one is under constant public scrutiny? Would you have preferred a normal life, like many others?
Harleen

Marriage has its challenges

I was really close to one of my cousins but as we grew up, because of family differences, we too grew apart. I am still very fond of him and feel sorry for him, as he hasn’t been able to do well in his studies. He is arrogant and rude to others. I want to talk to him and explain to him that he is wrong and should change his attitude. When I tried once I got arrogance in return. What can I do?
Anonymous

Listen to the inner voice for guidance

I’m a 21-year-old guy. I have never really had a drink in my life, although I have always been curious and have thought about trying it for the experience. Most of my friends have pretty crazy stories starting with “That time I got drunk,...” and some of those fun things they did. I would never imagine doing them sober but I think those things make for a better/more interesting life experience. Also, at social events, I tend to not loosen up as much as those who are drinking. I want to try alcohol. But my parents have been really good to me and if they come to know that I drink, they would be devastated. What should I do?
Anonymous

If you haven’t ever visited the campus of the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, you’ve missed out on the heavenly scent of cinema. Quite old-worldly, the 53-year-old institute’s centrepoint is a cool, shade-casting Wisdom Tree.

You are a well-known person. How difficult is it for a celebrity to find balance in normal life when one is under constant public scrutiny? Would you have preferred a normal life, like many others? Harleen