I loved movies and watched a lot of them. But my father insisted that I get a good education before I joined the film industry.
Since one of my roles is that of a con man, I actually mingled with a few pickpockets in north Chennai to get a hang of their body language and mindset.
It is a treat to do scenes where you silently enact.
There's nothing experimental about 'Kaashmora,' as it's a blend of fantasy and entertainment. The only experiment we did was with my makeover in the film.
I have been receiving calls from all quarters since the release of 'Madras.' I need to thank audiences for believing in me and making this film successful.
Even for 'Paruthi Veeran,' I'd work out for six hours every day and lost 10 kg.
When 'Yuganiki Okkadu,' the Telugu dubbed version of 'Aayirathil Oruvan,' released, I didn't like dubbing for my character. Someone much older had done it, and it didn't have the flavour.
Nobody can write stories like Malayalam writers.
When 'Siruthai' became a hit, there was suddenly a lot at stake. A lot of people were telling me what to do and what not to. But at some point, you realise that's not the way to go. Good or bad, you need to be making your own choices.
I had to go for physical training for 'Aayirathil Oruvan.' I had to do stunts which required huge leaps.
I dub only four hours a day for a Tamil film because my voice doesn't stay strong for long hours.
I see many youngsters giving up their IT jobs and going to farming or taking up organic farming so that kids in future will stay a bit more healthier. That's one cause I really want to take up.
I always try and do good films.
I've not done the Jackie Chan kind of stunts.
Only Superman needs a six-pack, that's why I don't do that kind of films.
Sayyeesha is a great dancer.
I am not a sportsperson. I used to spend all my time in front of a computer.
I always knew I wanted to be in films, but I did not know exactly what I wanted to do.
When my first film 'Paruthiveeran' released, I had no time to get excited. It was a worrying time for me. I was anxious to know how it would be accepted.
I am a big foodie. So, dieting really puts me off!
