Riding high on the success of ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’, actor Vicky Kaushal says he has never cared about following the norms in the film world whether it is for the protagonist’s part, a secondary part or debuting with a film like ‘Masaan’.

The actor, whose upcoming projects include Karan Johar’s grand ensemble film ‘Takht’, believes in setting his journey as an example for others and not really to follow others’ journey.

“As an actor, I have not really been stuck up with the kind of work that people around me are doing. If it’s a protagonist’s part, a secondary part or debuting with a film like ‘Masaan’, all these go against the textbook laws for any upcoming actor.

“I’ve just tried to follow my heart and I try and work on good projects with great directors. That’s what I’ve tried doing and I guess that’s what’s worked in my favour,” he added.

He explained: “I have not really cared about what the norm is. I want to set my own example. I want to set my journey as an example to others and not really follow anybody else’s journey.” The actor is the part of Chandon’s The Party Starter 3.0 series. It salutes people across various genres that have made a difference in their field.

The series delves deep into each achiever’s personal and professional journey and educates the viewer on how the brand is a perfect partner for every party moment. This year, it starts with Vicky. As someone who has been off the beaten path, he says it’s something that happened organically.

On ‘Uri…’ and its success, he said: “It’s one of those experiences that have been extremely stimulating and enriching as an actor and as a human being because when you get to wear that uniform to play a character of an Army man, it brings a lot of responsibilities on your shoulders.