Quotes from Rao Ramesh

I was interested in photography from my college days and wanted to become a cinematographer.

My father passed away in 1994 and I cancelled all my plans. After I lost him, I didn't know what to do and sat idle for many days. I got frustrated and angry for even little things.

I want to build a name through my roles and will not compromise with what is offered to me.

Sad stories have no takers.

When the director narrates the story, I try to understand how he wants me to do my role and I try to deliver that.

I am grateful to those directors who actually designed roles for me.

I may be a character artiste but I want the audiences to clap and whistle for me as well.

Yes, many people compare me with my father and I feel proud and happy that Telugu people are enjoying my roles.

I wish all our Telugu artistes get more opportunities in our films. Though talent has no boundaries, we should see that our artistes don't fade away.

I try and balance positive and negative character traits given to me.

I can proudly say that I didn't spoil my father's name.

Who doesn't like being appreciated, right?