Mohsin Khan on how he became an actor

Mohsin Khan, who plays the male lead on Star Plus’ long-running show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, is a household name in India. But his popularity is not restricted only to his home country; he has a huge fanbase in several other parts of the globe as well.

Today, Khan is one of the most popular actors on Indian television. But you will be surprised to know that initially he was not sure about getting into showbiz. Talking to a publication, the actor reveals, “As far as cinema is concerned, there was always that love for cinema. I would keep watching movies and trying to understand how they have been made. I would also visualise myself doing the scenes. But I was not sure about being part of showbiz till then, so I continued with my studies.”

On being asked how he became an actor, he said, “I had to motivate myself because on one hand, I was studying electronic engineering, which was quite tough and, on the other hand, I was writing short films and working in print and other ads. After a lot of hesitation, I showed some of my short films to my parents. I convinced Ammi to show these to my Abbu. Being an assistant director helped me immensely. As an AD, you understand the effort that goes in pre- and post-production other than the actual shoot. You start respecting your work. Then, I shot for an episodic. I still remember I was so nervous while shooting it. I was very unsure about how it would turn up. I saw myself on TV for the first time and I remember having a feeling that I was not bad and that is when it began.”

Khan will soon clock five years as an actor. “I would soon complete five years as a working television actor. During these five years, I have worked with the Star team on three shows; Nisha Aur Uske Cousins, Dreamgirl and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. I am grateful for the team, that showed so much faith in me and trusted me since the beginning. A big thank you to everyone who has loved me accepted my show,” he signs off.