I am a straight talker. I am not politically correct or diplomatic.

Politicians need a film appreciation course.

It was only in the early 1990s - during my student years as an aspiring scientist at Delhi University - that I discovered the world of cinema.

Chennai is the birthplace of a new language in cinema. The audiences here are the most evolved moviegoers to be found anywhere in India.

I didn't ask anyone to make me a poster boy, because poster boys always end up on dart boards.

I guess short films have a bright future... The advantage is budget.

There is more to Indian cinema than just Bollywood. I think regional cinema, especially Tamil and Marathi cinema are exploring some really bold themes.