"Kabir's style of story telling is real, honest and linear. It the same as ‘Kabul Express’. But ‘Kabul Express’ was a guerrilla film while ‘New York’ is a very commercial Yash Raj movie," he said.

The actor said he had no apprehensions about ‘New York’ as it has turned out to be a very good product.

"I have seen the final print of the film last week and I am very confident.

But, I leave it to the audiences to take the decision. They have to like it. But, I am very proud to be associated with the film," he said.

John said Katrina and Neil have been great co-stars. "We had a 100-day schedule in Philadelphia and the process of shooting the film was creatively satisfying," he said.

John said he had no idea why Nagesh Kuknoor's "Ashayein" has still not seen the light of the day, "It does not seem to be releasing. I think some editing is left," he said.

But, he was looking forward to ‘Hook Ya Crook’ directed by David Dhawan which is a laugh riot.

He gets to share screen space with friend cricketer M S Dhoni. But, John refused to divulge any details of the length of Dhoni's role in the film.