Salman Khan pushed me to start working out, says singer Armaan Malik

Name: Armaan Malik Age: 20 Job: Playback singer

Which TV character would you be?

Richard Castle from the TV series Castle. He takes a lot of pride in his work and I do too.

What book character do you resemble?

Archie Andrews. Like me, Archie has this boy-next-door like-ability and plays the guitar and sings.

Which TV character do you want to date?

I'm in love with Aria Montgomery played by Lucy Hale in Pretty Little Liars. You would not only want to date her but would want her as your long-term girlfriend as well.

What turns you on?

When girls tie their hair up in a bun, it's the sexiest thing ever.

On a night out, you'd wear...

Chinos, a body fitting tee, a cool jacket, awesome ankle length shoes and a rose gold watch to go with it.

What was your first job?

My first job was as a singer/voice artist for a Bournvita ad. This is when I was 8 or 9 years old.

What's your favourite city in the world?

I love Dubai — it reminds me of India but is yet so classy, relaxing and international in its appeal. Also, it's just two hours away.

Who would you invite to dinner?

My brother Amaal, my close friends and of course, my girlfriend (when I have one).

A movie you can watch over and over again...

Rush Hour with Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. They are hilarious.

Five things you would take to a desert island...

My dog Handsome, a selfie stick, a portable music player, Jeepers Peepers sunglasses and a pair of shorts.

Working out or lying in?

Working out. I'm a recently-converted fitness freak. Salman bhai pushed me to start working out and who wouldn't follow his advice?

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Beauty or brains?

Honestly, I would choose beauty. I am not going to be one of those people who fake what I feel.

Your guilty pleasure...

My cheat days usually involve dal makhani, cheese butter-garlic naan and butter chicken.

(As told to glynda.alves @timesgroup.com)