Vivek

I did try my luck in a handful of commercial entertainers, which came and went so discreetly that they didn't affect my…

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I was introduced in 1987, but it was only by 1996 that I became a hit with the audiences.

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It's 22 years since I made my entry into the film industry and I am delighted that my work has been recognised…

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Our culture has always been about treating women as mothers. It is sad that women are treated as mere sex objects by…

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Writing a comedy track is an art. It isn't as easy as people think. It can make or break a film.

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After my debut, I had to struggle for seven years to establish myself in the industry.

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The fact is, I don't follow any strict diet. I eat almost everything, but moderation is the key.

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A comedian needs more than just a sense of humour. He needs to observe everything around him.

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After the age of 40, human beings are prone to various infection, diseases and physical damage. Engaging in regular exercise is the…

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My inspiration for film comedy comes from here. Spend a day on the Madurai streets and you will be amused at the…

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Children did not come into this world because of you. They came through you. Be grateful to them. They are the proof…

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It was a nice experience to shoot on the streets of New York. Tourists are highly respected there and people are highly…

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There is no feeling of regret spending time on the campaign. I think working closely with Kalam made me realise how simple…

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I have been getting proposals to play the lead from a long time but I rebuffed those offers. I wanted to work…

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I was near the Niagara Falls where I was shivering and delivering my lines. It was minus 17 degrees and I had…

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If I lean towards one particular party, people would not enjoy my comedy. Also, to enter politics, I should first leave cinema…

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It is really sad that there's no recognition at the national level for comedy.

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I have always been vocal about preserving water and living a nature-friendly life.

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I need solid roles that provide scope for performance, even if it is just a few scenes.

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I never had a particular brand of comedy, nor did I follow a particular style.

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My character in 'Uthamaputhiran' will not speak much. But the audience would sure speak about my role after watching the film.

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I regularly do yoga and believe it has been keeping me healthy physically and mentally since long time.

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I like Robo Shankar - he evokes laughter, he has a unique body language and style. I loved all scenes of his…

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I got busy with planting saplings after I started the Green Globe initiative.

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Encouragement makes an actor perform better and boosts his confidence.

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I have a mini-library at home and I have begun reading books I'd purchased during my travels.

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Apart from exercising, reading and watching movies also keep me occupied.

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Comedians have to entertain the audience within a stipulated time. It is not possible to explain what we intend to convey in…

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Bring up your daughters with courage. When the future becomes one filled with questions, they might have to fight against it. Women…

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Under the guidance of the former President of India, APJ Abdul Kalam, I have been doing this green initiative. My aim is…

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I rate 'Naan Thaan Bala' as one of the best performances of my career. It was a rare feat, perhaps in Indian…

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We are not insisting on planting trees just because of global warming. Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam insist on the necessity of trees.…

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