Mohanlal

“In developed countries, strong rules are in place to restrict sound pollution and curb its deadly effects. As law-abiding citizens with social responsibility, we should all come together against this unhealthy trend.”

“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.”

“I do all my films happily, and I enjoy every moment of it.”

“No amount of praise should go to your head. You should always remain humble.”

“To me, only the filmmaker and the role matters.”

“There's this tendency to be held in great esteem if you are judgmental. A sort of moral policing, being opinionated. What right has one to act like judges? What right has one to police another?”

“TV has the most reach among the audience. Movies are watched only by those who like cinema.”

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

“Kunjali Marakkar is one of the first naval commanders of Kerala. He was an expert at his craft.”

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

“A film will be a hit or a flop in spite of my worrying about it.”

“'Company' has become a cult film. When people see me at the airport, and when I travel, they call me 'Companywala.'”

“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.”

“Morality depends on individual freedom, and it requires some sense to know where to draw the line.”

“Nothing was planned in my career.”

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

“Even in Hollywood, filmmakers are re-creating classics at regular intervals.”

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

“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.”