When I was making short films, I didn't see a way to give them a wider reach or earn revenue out of… — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
I would say my parents were really supportive after a point. I had to prove to them that I am not just… — Karthik Subbaraj Father Copy Share Image
Good actors can make a huge difference to a scene that might sound or read flat. — Karthik Subbaraj Actor Copy Share Image
Rajini sir's character in 'Petta' is inspired from the same name from Tamil film 'Mullum Malarum.' — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
Although technology has been playing a key role in filmmaking, I feel there are plenty of opportunities in other branches of filmdom. — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
Other countries are open to purchasing foreign short films because they have a market for them. — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
When it comes to Sandalwood, I loved all the films of Rakshit Shetty and Pawan Kumar. — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
Having spent five years in the technological domain, I see the experiences in the entertainment industry from a technological perspective. — Karthik Subbaraj Entertainment Copy Share Image
I started learning filmmaking by joining a weekend film school in Bengaluru. I made some amateur short films that got appreciation from… — Karthik Subbaraj Appreciation Copy Share Image
I was doing it the amateur way, doing everything myself till 'Naalaya Iyakunar.' They said, 'You need crew members'; they insisted on… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
Luckily, 'Petta' encompasses all the dimensions of Rajini sir's performances. His main strengths are his charm, style, and the fun that he… — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
I worked in a software company in Bangalore and made short films during weekends. I learnt the basics during a one-day workshop… — Karthik Subbaraj Basics Copy Share Image
I grew up in a house that adored Thalaivar. There would be major discussions at home whenever a film of his was… — Karthik Subbaraj Day Copy Share Image
Rajini sir gave me an opportunity to work with him because he liked my work, especially my style of narration and dialogues.… — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
Following the success of 'Pizza,' I am really glad that C. V. Kumar of Thirukumaran Entertainment has extended his support to a… — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
The girls who come into Tamil cinema today are educated and from well-to-do families. Unlike the actresses of my generation, they do… — Karthik Subbaraj Actresses Copy Share Image
Filmmaking is never easy as long as you continue learning from the process. — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
Cinema is a visual medium one has to communicate through visuals, and therefore, dialogues should be less. — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
Short films are good, especially since independent films are making waves now, more than before. — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
I basically like the unpredictability factor. When I watch a film, if it becomes predictable, I lose interest in it. — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
Vijay Sethupati has been a part of almost all my films. He trusts me blindly, and I feel the same trust in… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
At any filmmaking class, you learn the power of the visual medium and are always trying to minimise the words. — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
Ever since I made the short film 'Black And White,' which had almost no dialogues, the idea of making a silent feature… — Karthik Subbaraj Black and white Copy Share Image
I have been trying to get theatre releases for short films ever since I have been making them. I didn't get any… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
There are some stories that can be told in two hours and some in 20 minutes. — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
I start writing with an open mind without thinking about genre and realise, only after writing, that it falls under many genres. — Karthik Subbaraj Genres Copy Share Image
If one makes a short film with reasonable technical finesse, it will cost between Rs. 50,000 and Rs. one lakh. That's a… — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
'Mercury' is about a big company exploiting a small town. There is a place in Tamil Nadu called Kodaikanal. It had a… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
I roughly draw the scene beforehand to be more confident on the set. Instead of talking and explaining certain things, I try… — Karthik Subbaraj Animation Copy Share Image
'Mercury' is one of the most challenging projects I have worked on. From the nuances of the actors' expressions to the minute… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
I remember, when I was working in Bengaluru, Rajinikanth's film 'Sivaji' was releasing, and I wanted to watch it the first day,… — Karthik Subbaraj Bollywood Copy Share Image
I grew up idolising Rajinikanth, and I've always wanted to see him in a certain way. When I knew I was going… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
When I was making short films for the TV show 'Naalaya Iyakunar,' I wasn't just competing but making films that I could… — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
Until I was pursuing my collegiate education, I was in Madurai with my parents. Bengaluru was the first place where I was… — Karthik Subbaraj City Copy Share Image
In India, we always look at feature films as a progression over short films. But, abroad, people make a living making short… — Karthik Subbaraj Cinema Copy Share Image
Even during my short film days, I approached theatres with the idea of playing them during the interval. They thought it was… — Karthik Subbaraj Copy Share Image
