Quotes from Mahesh Babu

First and foremost, I look for a great script. Then, the team that I am working with. Only then, we will be able to come up with a good film.

Men who are not loyal to their wives are foolish.

You see, at 25, I was very new to my craft. I was raw as an actor; my exposure was limited... No matter what field you are in, experience adds to your personality.

I grew up in Madras and did my schooling at St. Bedes and college at Loyola.

The only thing I have learnt over the years is that if you enjoy your work and put in the best efforts, it will show. If you follow this process, things work out. But if you go chasing a formula, success will elude you.

I would like the thrill of making a new project every time.

In modern life, we tend to forget family values because of the hectic schedule.

My director is usually aware of what works for me and what doesn't. For 'Srimanthudu,' I have to give full credit to director Koratala Sivagaru for handling my character the way he did.

I try to make my fans happy by working hard in every film of mine, and I give my films everything I've got.

I love holidaying with the kids after working hard, it is amazing.

To be honest, I have never thought about getting into direction.

'Bramhotsavam' is a celebration of families, life and togetherness. It's a film I hold close to my heart.

I like to reinvent with each project, in any which way possible.

'Brahmotsavam' is a love story set in a family backdrop... It's all about relationships people have on different levels.

It's healthy to have two or three weeks' gap between big releases.

For a Tamil debut, I wanted to make sure the script is the right one. We are hopeful 'Bramhotsavam' will be that film.

Whatever my father did were great films. I don't want to remake any of them.

I don't remake any movie, whether old or of other language.

My father is my idol, and I have grown up watching his films. He is my biggest influence and inspiration. I have learnt a lot from him, and I am who I am because of him. I'm extremely grateful to him for that.

I really don't know the secret to it, but I'd like to think my desirability is a combination of my personality, my image, and, most importantly, the kind of films I do.

When I work on a movie, I never aim for records, collections or the number one position. I always concentrate on my work and look for ways to improve my acting abilities. I also advise my co-stars not to concentrate on these pretty issues and just focus on acting.

Directing a film requires a different set of skills. It is a difficult job, and I am happy being an actor.

Yes, 'Aagadu' was a failure. I was dejected for a couple of months, since there was a lot at stake.

Gautham was a premature baby. I remember when doctors said that his health condition was critical, I was tense. I could afford the treatment, but a lot of commoners can't. I believe more children's lives can be saved if we work towards it.