I love driving. The first time I bought a car, a friend of mine helped me drive it to a temple, as I did not know how to take the wheel then. But, as soon as the puja was done, he had to rush off on a sudden errand and I struggled to bring the car back home. Soon, I learnt driving.
It was a dream to buy a Scorpio, so I bought one. Later, I wanted to buy an Audi as Radhika, my wife, who was my girlfriend then, wanted one. She felt that the car was nice and was keen on an Audi A4. But to surprise her, I went ahead and bought her an Audi A6.
Audi A6
Cars have always been there, but, I don’t get too attached to any of them. They are just a mode of transportation for me.
My life on wheels has been pretty non-dramatic, unlike my profession. But cars have been an important part of my life. I often eat in my car. In fact, if you see my car, you will see it is my second home. There will be clothes, food, snacks, besides a pillow and a blanket. I also carry a medical kit in my car. There have been times when I have even slept in my car, especially during late-night shoots.
Love for bikes
I also love bikes, especially the RX 100. It has been one of my favourite vehicles. I was barely in high school when I was dreaming of owning one. But my parents did not buy me one till I was in college, when they gifted me an RX 100. I had also modified it in some small ways, which only added to its appeal.
Mahindra Scorpio 2014
Sadly, my parents sold it off as they felt I was beginning to get distracted and not focussing on my studies. That was the saddest day of my life. I was so disappointed that I almost locked myself up in my room for a couple of days.
After that, I decided, no matter what I wanted, I would work hard, earn my own money and buy my own vehicle. Even now, my parents tease me about my reaction.
As told to Shilpa Sebastian R
