My fans’ prayers brought me back: Rahil Azim

His skin ailment behind him, Rahil Azim of Haatim and Yeh Meri Life Hai, gets into an exciting new skin

How does it feel to be back with Yeh Meri Life Hai after a skin ailment?

It’s great to be back on the show.  I didn’t know that I had such a big fan following till Yeh Meri Life Hai happened. It is because of their prayers that I am back. I am overwhelmed. My skin problem was the worst nightmare I have faced in my entire life. It’s very unkind to think of it as a publicity stunt. I spent several sleepless nights because of the pain. I would not want to publicize it.

Will your fans approve of the negative twist your character has now taken?

Ashmit may have negative shades but he is not a villain. He is just turning to be a crazy and obsessive lover. It’s a gradual tiwst.

You are reported to share great off-screen chemistry with Shama Sikander.

There’s no off-screen chemistry between Shama and me. She is one of the best co-stars I have had - extremely professional, cooperative and open to suggestions. She is a nice human being too. Though it sounds clichéd, she is just a good friend as of now.

‘As of now’ means?

I mean she always was nothing more than a friend and no I am not dating her.

What attracts you most in a woman?

At first it would be her looks as I would not say ‘hi’ looking at her feet. But what would attract me most is the maternal side in a woman. That makes me feel secure. I am very fond of my mother and I would want my woman to have at least 10 per cent of her qualities.

Can you name an actress you would like to date?

Vyjyantimala! I don’t find anyone more beautiful than her. I respect her as an actor and the way she carried herself on screen.

Marriage or a live-in relationship, what would be your option?

I believe in marriage. After a certain age I cannot continue living life on my own. I need a partner and I want to have my own family. As for a live-in relationship there is no problem. But what is the result at the end of the day?

What would a dream honeymoon be like?

As of now, I have honey everyday and I see the moon when it is up there. But I haven’t thought about the combination of the two.

What is Rahil Azim’s USP?

My confidence and zeal to do my best are my strengths. But I would never give up my values to achieve things. I have had a traditional upbringing. It’s not that I don’t like girls in minis but there should be a limit. I respect our culture. I like all that is Indian.