Ever wondered how Abhishek Bachchan has survived despite the string of flops? It`s not the clout of his father alone that has seen him through. The guy`s sincerity is what works to his advantage.

No big talk, no tom-tomming about self-confidence, no going to town about how hard he works - Abhishek knows how to take things easy. Even when talks of his favourite co-stars, he never goes overboard. "They are all professionals and are merely doing their jobs," he says. The only time he waxes eloquent is when he speaks of his admiration for legendary Waheeda Rehman. "I `d love to do a Summer of `42 opposite her," he confesses. "She is the ultimate combination of talent, beauty and feminine charm."

Amid all the candour, one man is tightlipped about the whole affair — Amitabh Bachchan. Why? "He himself is an ardent Waheeda fan," reveals Jaya.