Did the award come as a surprise to you?

Definitely. This is the biggest surprise of my life! My father woke me up and told me the news. I didn't believe him. I thought he was playing a prank on me.

What did you do then?

After it sank in, I hugged my father and mother. After that, I went to the gym and worked out.

You must be flooded with phone calls...

Yes, since 10.30 in the morning, I have been flooded with calls. The phone hasn't stopped ringing ever since!

Did you call anyone to convey the news?

Yes, I did. I called my mentor, my guru, Balu Sir (Balu Mahendra) and told him the news. I called him first because I consider him as my father figure in the industry. He was so happy. He congratulated me and wished me more awards in the future. His words were like a big award for me.

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