Quotes from Y. G. Mahendran

Live stage shows cannot be replaced.

Actors improvise on the stage and enjoy interacting with audiences.

My mother made me listen to Carnatic music saying that only then I will be able to appreciate any good music. But what this has also done for me is that I'm unable to accept modern-day cinema songs.

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

Expressing my adoration for 'Chitralaya' Gopu, the living legend of unadulterated humor, has been in my mind for a while now. What better way to do it than bringing back his hit on stage.

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

Of course, there is no substitute for live performances.

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

'Vietnam Veedu' is nothing if you compare Nagesh's other works. He is the definition of humor in India.

People knew that I was a disciple of Sivaji Ganesan and wanted to honour his memory. In fact, I did a movie and play adaptation of 'Vietnam Veedu,' and used the song 'Un Kannil Neer Vadinthal' as part of the play.

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

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