I serve like a bridge. I go to other cultures, learn, put myself in different situations and learn as much as I can, and then go to Western cultures to give. I'm doing this bridging all the time.

To me the pain and the blood are merely means of artistic expression.

The body has an enormous power of healing, if you really believe you are going to be healed, you're going to be healed. If you really believe you're going to die, you're going to die. If you apply this kind of method to everything, then there is hope.

When Lady Gaga says I am her inspiration, you reach kids between 12 and 18. Now I am like a brand - jeans, Coca-Cola.

You know, James Franco is one of the most interesting figures because he has no rules. He breaks all the borders.

When I first had a video camera to document a performance, it was in Sweden and I remember it was really crucial for me.

I really like dark, politically incorrect humor.