Emraan Hashmi on 'Serial Kisser' Tag: "Wanted people to take me seriously"
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Moneycontrol•28-01-2026, 20:56
Emraan Hashmi on 'Serial Kisser' Tag: "Wanted people to take me seriously"
- •Emraan Hashmi expressed annoyance with the 'serial kisser' tag, which defined a significant phase of his career.
- •He revealed on Ranveer Allahbadia's podcast that the label bothered him when he sought to grow beyond a fixed image.
- •The actor explained that his on-screen image was exploited for marketing from 2003 to 2012, becoming a selling tool.
- •Emraan noted that elements were added to films without reason to match expectations, and the media reinforced the tag.
- •Despite choosing different roles, the comparison persisted, but he has since made peace with the label, emphasizing an actor's need for variety.
Why It Matters: Emraan Hashmi initially found the 'serial kisser' tag annoying, desiring serious recognition for his acting range.
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