Each one of us has our own evolution of life, and each one of us goes through different tests which are unique and challenging. But certain things are common. And we do learn things from each other's experience. On a spiritual journey, we all have the same destination.

I love classical music. I love a lot of musicians playing together and the whole culture of that, whether it's Indian or it's Western.

I am a big admirer of Sachin and his personality. He is a source of inspiration for the country and just looking at his photographs gives a lot of positive vibes.

Since I worked with Danny Boyle before on Slumdog Millionaire, we have great success and everything. So, when I first got the script and the screenplay of Simon (Beaufoy) and I was reading it, even before the shoot, some kind of sounds came into my mind and I put some stuff [down] and sent it to Danny when he was cutting the movie.

All my life I have had a choice of hate and love. I chose love and I am here

While other creators make a big show of their art Mani Sir makes it look as though anyone can do what he does.

There is only one of the two that can reside in our hearts, GOD or ego. If GOD is in ego is out.