Y. G. Mahendran

Even when I have a vintage play, I draw in elements from current scenarios, so that modern audiences can empathize with the…

— Y. G. Mahendran

I acted in 'Oomakkuyil' under Balu Mahendra's baton.

— Y. G. Mahendran

I would like to do one of Ilaiyaraaja's songs. After all, I did play drums for him and have watched him closely…

— Y. G. Mahendran

I always was a great fan of Malayalam cinema, Sathyan in particular. I loved their understated acting.

— Y. G. Mahendran

I've admired Sivaji Ganesan ever since he staged 'Veerapandiya Kattabomman.'

— Y. G. Mahendran

One day, I came to perform after a film shoot, and I was told that the regular actress couldn't come, and that…

— Y. G. Mahendran

Maybe Carnatic music will become more digital, because it is an audio form. But even then, why do people flock to the…

— Y. G. Mahendran

I believe that actors should get into the soul of the characters, even if it is just for one scene.

— Y. G. Mahendran

A stage play is beautiful only when it is seen as a stage play, just like you cannot get the same effect…

— Y. G. Mahendran

Actors improvise on the stage and enjoy interacting with audiences.

— Y. G. Mahendran

My mother made me listen to Carnatic music saying that only then I will be able to appreciate any good music. But…

— Y. G. Mahendran

I believe in the need for paying for art. Free shows must not be encouraged.

— Y. G. Mahendran

Live stage shows cannot be replaced.

— Y. G. Mahendran

You cannot stage plays to make money. That's quite impossible until our people start spending more on tickets.

— Y. G. Mahendran

My father used to say that even in comedies, you should have a little 'carry-home message.' Don't make it an experience where…

— Y. G. Mahendran

Every musician should announce the raga and the sahityam before performing.

— Y. G. Mahendran

My first wife is always the stage.

— Y. G. Mahendran

Even when I was working in 30 films a year I was doing 20 plays a month.

— Y. G. Mahendran

I have spent more time on stage than at home.

— Y. G. Mahendran

I've been a part of Margazhi festival even as a little boy. I used to accompany my mom to concerts held by…

— Y. G. Mahendran

Rhythm was a very strong element in KVM's music. He used to be called Udukkadi Mannan, because of his wide use of…

— Y. G. Mahendran

If I'm to have another birth I wish to be born to the same parents and also have the same supportive wife,…

— Y. G. Mahendran

Of course, I have not just been a Sivaji Ganesan fan but a fanatic.

— Y. G. Mahendran

Many for whom the stage has been the launch pad to cinema have forgotten their roots. I don't intend to, ever.

— Y. G. Mahendran

I would love to do 'Galatta Kalyanam' as well.

— Y. G. Mahendran