MUMBAI : "Kundali Bhagya" star Dheeraj Dhoopar says had he not been an actor, he would have taken up cooking as a career.

Prior to resuming shoot for his show, Dheeraj indulged in pampering his wife by cooking Indian delicacies for her.

"During the lockdown, I tried to pamper my wife as much as I could. I somewhat aced the art of making parathas, and I prepared ‘gobi parathas' for her on her birthday. Earlier too, I made ‘aloo parathas'. It is safe to say that God forbid, if I hadn't made it as an actor, I could have taken up cooking as an alternate career option," he said.

"Opening up a restaurant seems like a decent option for me. If I ever have to open a restaurant, I would undoubtedly choose Paranthe Wali Gali as the location," he added.

Now, he is thrilled to be back on set.

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"The whole thought of shooting amidst such critical situations is intimidating but having said that, I am also extremely excited and elated to return to the set after a long gap and to be able to meet my extended family," he said.

"As for precautionary measures, I'm doing all that is in my power. I am strictly maintaining social distance, sanitising at regular intervals and reminding others to do the same. I hope our world heals soon. Till then, I request all to embrace the new normal and to stay safe," he added.

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