Top 55 Sajid Nadiadwala Quotes

Film-making, in itself, is such a risky, costly-yet-uncertain business that despite being wealthy, 90 percent of people don’t become producers.

My only problem is that I’m too sensitive about my movies. I feel each of them has to work and consider every film as my last one.

Filmmaking is a passion for me. Plus, that is what I do to make a living.

If I had a formula, I would have launched newcomers every year or maybe, every quarter.

You become big only when you have great stories to tell.

Many might feel that I am very traditional in my approach, but I feel that the most important thing is to have the blessings of your parents. That’s very important. Plus, be ready for consistent hard work, despite the inevitable ups and downs in this field.

I only make those films that I would love to watch.

At the end of the day everyone has his own style of making a film and add the kind of ingredients which he feels would be good enough to entice audiences.

I love to watch entertaining films with larger than life characters and hence enjoy making such kind of movies.

Ninety per cent of the times, filming is a cakewalk. You start it, shoot it and release it without any major hassles. Then comes along one film that gets stuck or faces unusual problems.

Whenever I have launched a new talent, I have taken complete responsibility, like I am launching my own kid.

I’ve been in this business long enough to recognize genuine talent.

You tell me, why would I make ‘Housefull 4’ if I had any doubts about the popularity of the series? In fact, the collections are better than the earlier films in the series.

I never thought I would direct a film.

The best deal about being a producer is that unlike a director who has to go on the sets even if he doesn’t get along with the actor, the producer has the liberty to remain behind the scenes.

I was confident about the potential of ‘Baaghi 2’ when I greenlit it, but the final product has blown me away.

My baby is obviously more important than anything else.

‘Baaghi 2’ opened in less than 5,000 screens and its ticket prices were also not high, as it’s not a festival season release. Yet, it has made the kind of money that has shocked the trade.

The Salman I know is definitely not impulsive, or he wouldn’t have completed any film in the stipulated period of time.

Twofour54 is fantastic, it’s a great organization, and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission, too – they are great ambassadors for Abu Dhabi.

I’ve adopted my grandfather’s method of tapping talent. It’s our ancestors’ blessings and the vibe of the company which made actors enjoy working with us on projects.

I am looking neither backward nor ahead. I am not thinking of what Salman has done earlier and what is the competition for my film. I am only focusing on getting it right in ‘Kick.’

It is a matter of pride to get boxing gloves from Stallone himself.

A year back when I finished ‘Kick,’ people asked me about my next. I told them that the thing which fascinates me is getting the three Khans on board. Salman is a good friend and I have good equation with Shah Rukh and Aamir. If I get a go ahead, I would definitely love to do it.

Directing a film is a lot of physical work.

Content is now the most import factor that decides a film’s success at the box office, so we as filmmakers are all trying different stories.

I didn’t mind spending 40 lakh on the promo of ‘Jaane E Mann,’ because big things need big money. A quality product has to be marketed well.

‘Chhichhore’ is not just a story, it is a journey that everyone goes through. The film showcases some of the most beautiful years of one’s life, where friends become family and stay with you till you age.

I love to give chance to new talent.

How were we to know ‘Highway’ would be such a success? It is one of my proudest achievements.

My pride is the length of time I have worked in the industry without any major controversy.

My office wanted me to register the title ‘Devil’ since they felt, it could be a good title for ‘Kick’ sequel.

I have always made films with actors who became superstars.

‘Housefull’ is just a 40-45 crores film. It was never an expensive film to begin with.

We were shooting at the Kodak Theatre and to see my production company’s clap board in front of Sylvester Stallone was overwhelming, I had to pinch myself. It was a magical moment. It was a different high.

In essence, big stars come with a set image, and breaking it becomes a task for certain stories.

As a director, I was apprehensive about the outcome of ‘Kick.’ As it scored well, it is my duty to get above that expectation.

The youth doesn’t know what they want while the older generation remains stuck in the past. But the basic concept of entertainment remains the same – demand and supply – and that won’t change.

When you are working on the launch of an actor, you have to treat him or her like your own child.

Salman is an old friend and a great human being. He’s more like a family, given the years we’ve known each other.

While talking to Wardha, I realized that Disney is actually the surname of the man behind the studio, but one only identifies it with animation. Now I have a new dream. If I can achieve the same level of legend with the Nadiadwala name, that would be awesome.

I am a film person and hence I think big.

When I write my autobiography after 20-25 years, I want 2014 to be the weakest year of my life.

All I know is that Salman has signed 80 percent of my films without reading the script, and almost all our films have done well.

When we produced ‘Highway,’ Imtiaz Ali and I planned it as a quick small experimental film, while we waited for Ranbir Kapoor’s dates later during the year.

The move to turn a director was a very important decision and totally uncalled for, especially after my experience of 27 years as a producer.

Being a producer is more than a 24 hour job.

Today audience wants relaxed or chilled out guys. Ayushmann Khurrana is working big time, everybody is working. Look at every actor today, there is no extra charisma off-screen.

The news of me giving a Rolls Royce to Salman is completely untrue. If anyone should be giving Rolls Royce then he should be giving to me.

All three girls in ‘Housefull 3,’ Jacqueline Fernandez, Lisa Haydon and Nargis, got along well. Usually when there is more than one heroine there is some friction. Not this time.

All my films have been larger-than-life. And since I’ve sat on almost all the scripts of the films I’ve produced, I do not compromise on aesthetics and visuals that could add to a scene.

London has always held a special place in my heart.

It was embarrassing to direct my friend Salman and tell it’s not working at times.

I love shooting in London.

I don’t want to lose an opportunity to tell an interesting story.