Arshad Warsi is a busy man. When we caught up with the actor, he confessed, "I am exhausted as hell.

I am simply running from one place to another, finishing my shoots and the promotions of my two back-to-back releases.` Nevertheless, he relents for a quick chat.

Not the random comedy
In my latest release, I played a detective. It's a situational comedy and is free of innuendos, so to speak. In short, it's in the Hrishikesh Mukherjee comedies mould and I simply love that genre.

Sequel to Ishqiya
I continue playing Babban, who is as obnoxious as ever, uncouth and has absolutely no regards for age, gender or beauty. I guess one should not tamper with the original characterisation, especially when it's a popular one. Again, the leading ladies in this film are mysterious, sensual and conniving while Nasser saab (Naseeruddin Shah) and I are foolishily in love.

About the cast, Madhuri Dixit is graceful, an absolute diva! What I like best about her is that she is calm and collected in every situation. A different place, environment or people don't affecther.

I have become great buddies with Naseer saab. We have completely demolished the age factor between us (laughs) and we are absolute pals.

Sizzling chemistry
There is an intimate scene with Huma (Qureshi) that is fabulously shot. Of course, like any wife, Maria (Goretti) does not like such scenes but is coming to terms with it. For me, the significance of such a scene is important, it shouldn't be just to titillate.


Stereotyping
Getting slotted is something that happens in this industry. I agree that I am better known for comedy. But people have also liked me romancing or doing action. I consider myself lucky in that respect. Last year, I did Jolly LLB which was my first solo hit. Its success helped me get more solo hero films.

Production woes
I produced a film earlier. But one needs time and solid finances for production. It takes a lot to approach corporate houses for funding. When I get time and an exciting script, I will definitely do it. I don't have the herd mentality and refrain from doing the routine fare. Right now, I am still struggling to make my mark and have a long way to go. If you can truly call someone successful, its got to be Salman Khan.


Not a party animal
I am not into the party scene. I prefer staying at home. I keep busy with shoots and hardly meet the kids. So whenever I get the opportunity, I prefer to stay at home with my wife and kids.