I’ve always strived to make Punjab proud through my work: Ayushmann

Ayushmann expressed, "As a Punjabi, it has been my lifelong aspiration to bring pride to Punjab through my work. I am deeply grateful to the people of Punjab for their continuous love and support."

Mumbai: Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana said that since he is a Punjabi, it matters to him a lot that the state of Punjab is proud of his body of work.

Ayushmann said: “Being a Punjabi, I have always wanted to make Punjab proud of my work, and I’m indebted to the people of Punjab for the love that they have always showered on me.”

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He added: “From my first film, Punjab has cheered me on, supported me through thick and thin and ensured that it always had my back no matter what. I have only got unconditional love from them.”

The 38-year-old actor says he is proud to represent Punjabi culture through his movies and songs.

Ayushmann said: “Whatever I’m today is because of their blessings, their support, and their feedback. I consider myself lucky to be a Punjabi and to have represented its culture and traditions through my craft.”

“I love incorporating Punjabi in my songs! I’m thrilled whenever I play a Punjabi in my films, too, like Vicky Donor, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, etc.”

He added: “I started getting love from Punjab ever since my debut film. I can’t wait to make Punjabis across the world prouder with the work that I will do in the years to come.”