Ayushmann Khurrana wants to be the most risk-taking actor

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who is on a roll, opened up about how he always wanted to be a risk-taking actor to make the country proud.

Ayushmann made his Bollywood debut with 'Vicky Donor' (2012). The film was highly appreciated, and so were Ayushmann's acting and singing skills.

From then on, he constantly handpicked content films which stood out and spread a positive message to society.

Talking about his journey, Ayushmann said, "As an actor I have always attempted to walk the road untravelled and this involved a risk! But then there is no fun without risk. Like for all you journalists you take a risk while breaking exclusive stories and I enjoy bringing to the forefront, stories that are taboo, are risky. I feel life is a sum total of all the risks you take and here I am today trying to still be the most risk-taking actor wanting to make my country proud."

Ayushmann was felicitated by the Maharashtra Press as the Star of the Decade on Monday.

Expressing gratitude to the members of the press for helping him through his journey and then today, acknowledging his achievements.

Ayushmann said, "Thank you for this award and this validation. It means a great deal. It feels very special because I came to this city with my eyes full of dreams and I have been fortunate to get support from the media, audience love, and all these amazing opportunities. I am humbled and full of gratitude."

He is also excited about his next slate of films, which will be released this year. He said that he will explore a 'number of genres' in 2024.

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