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Interview with Shatrughan Sinha by DEVESH SHARMA

- DEVESH SHARMA

What is the root cause of divorce?

Mrs. Vinita Bali, on email

MARRIAGE!

What do you think has been the best thing that has ever happened to you in life?

R. Lester Makang, Imphal

Besides quitting tobacco, I still preach and practice, go for the anti-tobacco campaign and always say no to drugs. I’m so thankful to God that I've got the best family, which includes my most beautiful wife and wonderful children.

What are the most important skills for success in life?

Puneet Chadha, Yamuna Nagar

Perseverance, persistence, and patience. Never give up, never surrender, no matter how difficult the situation is; have a positive attitude with determination.

Why is the Hindi film industry obsessed with using stereotypical names? The rich family is Oberoi or Singhania. The hero is Vijay/Raja, villain is Teja/Rakha, the vamp is named Mona/Dolly/Lily, the housemaid is named Mary/ Rozy, the bai is Kantabai, and the helper or mali is always the poor Ramu kaka?

Mehernosh M Nazir, Mumbai

Well, your point is well taken. But how else would you be entertained if you didn’t relate to the characters or names?

I understand they’re mostly exaggerated versions of people we see around us. To make it relatable, these stock names are used. It should all be taken with a pinch of salt.

Why do Indian parents spend more on their daughter’s wedding than on her education?

JP Singh Kaka, Bhopal