Bollywood Quote by Karthik Subbaraj
“I remember, when I was working in Bengaluru, Rajinikanth's film 'Sivaji' was releasing, and I wanted to watch it the first day, first show. My manager did not want me to take the day off, and I made up excuses stating that there was an issue at home and I had to go.”
About This Quote
He recounts fabricating a personal excuse to watch a highly anticipated film premiere despite his manager’s refusal to grant time off.
In simple terms: He lied to his manager to see a movie on its opening day.
Key Takeaway
Plan ahead for personal priorities.
Themes
work-life balance
passion for film
career challenges
Mood
reflective
conflicted
Type
personal anecdote
workplace dilemma
When to use this quote
- movie releases
- employee scheduling
- personal priorities
Key Concepts
film culture
professional responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you negotiate personal time without lying?
- What are the long‑term effects of such shortcuts?
A Different Perspective
Deception can damage trust and professional reputation.
