Breaks are very important for an actor, as they relax and rejuvenate you, says Mohit Malhotra who is currently holidaying in Goa

A quick getaway is the best way to rejuvenate and recharge your batteries. Actor Mohit Malhotra believes that short breaks between shoots are mandatory for actors. He is currently chilling in Goa. He says, “I am in Goa on a long weekend and will be returning to Mumbai on Tuesday. It’s been a while since I went on a vacation. My last one was in April when I went to the US.”

Goa seems to be one of the favourite destinations when Mohit wants to unwind. He shares, “I love the vibe of Goa. There is something that makes you feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Also, I love beaches and being close to water is therapeutic for me. Whenever I have had long shooting schedules, I always go to Goa as it is closer and you can return to Mumbai the same day. Such short trips reset and refresh me. My idea of a perfect holiday is chilling by the beach while reading my favourite book and if not that, then you will find me hopping restaurants in an attempt to discover great food that teases my taste buds, or hanging out with a bunch of my close friends.”

He feels that travelling expands one’s horizon and makes the person more receptive to new experiences. He says, “Breaks are very important for an actor. In fact, it should be on everyone’s to-do list irrespective of the profession they belong to. The more you travel, the more you learn. Exposure to new cultures changes your perspective and everything adds to your experiences. The more experiences you have, the better actor you are. Travelling is a way of life. You should not spend money on materialistic things but on experiences. I just wish I could travel for a living, which you invariably get to do as an actor. However, I wish to travel more”

He has a bucket-list of countries he wishes to explore, too and he feels fortunate to have covered most of them. However, that only encourages him to keep adding more names to the list. “I am a regular traveller and I am off to a new destination every three months. The prospect of travelling excites me and I look forward to a new experience. I just can’t wait to travel. I have a list and I have to keep ticking it and keep exploring new cities, countries and cultures,” he concludes.