Blunt Quote by Shoojit Sircar

It is easier to make a film but difficult to make it on your own terms. In that sense 'Madras Cafe' was a very…

— Shoojit Sircar

If I had used real names, I don't think 'Madras Cafe' would have ever seen the light of day because it was a political…

— Shoojit Sircar

It was a surprise for my family when I told them that I was offered 'Madras Cafe.' My family was initially worried because I…

— Raashi Khanna

It is very difficult to make films like 'Madras Cafe' in India, given the diverse nature of the country.

— Shoojit Sircar

'Madras Cafe' is set against the backdrop of the civil war in Sri Lanka in the 1990s.

— Shoojit Sircar

We seek festivals for two reasons - either to create buzz because it is a small film or to find unexplored markets outside India.

— Thiagarajan Kumararaja

Film festivals is a great way to display good cinema.

— Ravi Kishan

In Tamil Nadu, watching a film on a festival is a part of our culture. People prefer going to a theatre rather than bursting…

— Karthi

None in the 'Madras' team knew what to expect. We were just sure that we were making a good film.

— Catherine Tresa

'Gangs Of Wasseypur' had two parts and 200 actors. I didn't think it would be that successful and go to international festivals. These things…

— Huma Qureshi

I did 'Madras' because of the script, which was compelling.

— Catherine Tresa

From the perspective of being a filmmaker, you're just really grateful for festivals. A lot of movies won't even be seen if they're not…

— Kelly Reichardt