There comes a turning point in the life of every person when he reflects on his journey and work and ponders on the next road to take. Is this the pinnacle, the ultimate? What next?

Nothing was planned in my career.

I have seen 'A Wednesday,' and it is a wonderful film.

It's a great honour for me to be a part of a Kamal Haasan film.

Cinema has given me everything in life, and I will continue acting till the end.

Every actor or director has their ups and downs.

In the Indian system of filmmaking, you don't plan well in advance, stick to a storyboard, or deliver only the scripted lines.

I don't get bored at all while acting.

People want to see other's secrets and get a peek into their lives.

Films are not meant to be watched only by fans but by everyone. Fans are those who like what we do. When we do things that only they like, then we are becoming their fans.

I never ever aspired for anything in life. I don't believe in planning or yearning for something very strongly. If something has to happen, it will happen.

When I was in school, I used to go to the Pangode army camp, a stone's throw away from where I was staying in Mudavanmugal in Poojapura, just to watch the army parade.

The entertainment industry is humungous, and people have so many choices right now - they can watch web series, movies, stand-up comedies, and plays.

When I started acting, I did many films without even an idea of what the script was about. The film would start, and then we would discover what we were expected to do on the sets. Those days have changed.

All my success belongs to those who have contributed in my pursuit of art, ranging from writers and directors to makeup artists, lighting crew, etc.

There is no big problem in the Malayalam industry. You shouldn't think of the #MeToo as a movement, actually. It is a fad, and it is turning into something of a fashion. Anything like that will have a lifespan for a bit.

I can never forget my first film - it was instrumental in me becoming an actor.

I have been writing my blog for several years. Whenever I have written about pertinent subjects, no one has supported them. For instance, the stray dog menace. I cycle in the morning every day, and I am still scared of stray dog attacks.

I have done films in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada. I don't find any difference.

Acting is my profession; I enact all roles with sincerity.

I liked the concept of 'Lucifer.'

Many talented actors have come into this industry and, in spite of their best efforts, haven't been able to win over the audience.

You feel hurt when you hear things which you are supposed to have said, which you wouldn't even have given a thought to.

'Oppam' is more of a director's movie, especially because I play a visually-challenged hero in it. The character doesn't have a perspective, and so cameras aren't placed like how they are usually done in other movies. The angles and the way the scenes are captured are different.

I don't hope for anything. Not only in my professional life, but in my family life also. My total lifestyle is like that.

As an actor, we can only do what the director wants. Only the director has a vision of the entire film.

Somebody has to make good artistic films. Somebody has to break open the doors so that others also will follow and make good and meaningful films.

When I have something to say or share with my viewers, I turn to my blog, and even then, I make it clear that it is my take on certain events.

It's not enough that you act in a movie - if it has to work, the audience should like it.

In most films, when we act, we don't see such meanings in what we do. Rather, we don't realise it. Only when we see it as a continuous film later on do we realise such deep meanings. That is the brilliance of the director.

Just like films, food is also a passion for me.

Acting is only my profession.

Happiness is not merely a word. It is a state of mind.

Digitization has altered the nature of the film industry. Social media, especially, has become a decisive factor in determining a film's box office success.

Every actor, director, and producer want all their films to do well. So you choose the role carefully, listen to the script, and work hard. But there is no way of predicting whether it will be a hit or a flop.

There was a time when not many people had access to Malayalam films. So those who did have access went on to copy the films, add a few bits, and present it like it was their own.

I have a fairly good collection of paintings, both classical and contemporary.

Destiny plays a very important role in my life.

Being an actor doesn't mean that I can't react to what's happening around me.

People know I am not blind or have super strength, yet they believed in my characters in 'Oppam' and 'Pulimurugan.' It's that belief of the audience that is also my greatest strength. Once that is gone, I might have to shut up shop and look for another job.

I want to do roles that no one else has ever done, which I know is difficult.

I have never, ever argued about money with any of my producers because that is the kind of relationship and understanding I have with them.

My first film was 'Thiranottam.' I cannot discount that film because I got initiated into films with it.

Good films will happen only if there are people to produce good films and there are people to encourage the endeavour.

If you ask me whether I can direct, I can. In fact, I have shot several songs, scenes and stunts. When certain directors of my movies were not able to be there for some reason and had asked me to help out, I have directed. But to helm an entire movie is a different art altogether.

The thing about movies is that till it goes on floors, it's just preparations for the film.

I acted in my first film while in my second year of degree college, in 1978.

Be it cinema or TV, I have always been interested in taking up challenging projects.

Even when I was young, I never felt extreme feelings.

If I had not made a film like 'Vaanaprastham,' I would not have been able to go to Cannes or any other festival. I would not have had a chance to act as a Kathakali artiste. I would not have had a chance to be with some of the greatest Kathakali artistes. I consider all this my good fortune.