34 Quotes by Balachandra Menon

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    I never plan my speech. Very often the audience triggers me into the mood.

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    My basic mission as an artist is to communicate with people. Therefore, I am conscious I have to make films that people can digest.

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    One thing that I have noticed is that whatever be the function, however poignant or serious, the audience always prefers a speech laced with a bit of humor.

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    Over the years I have always said what I wanted to say through my films. I have ensured that I will not allow anyone to question what I tell through my films.

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    Competitive spirit is a driving force that keeps life going with a thrill.

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    There is a right to protest in our country, but at times the manner in which the protest is done breaks all permissible levels. I don't agree with it at all.

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    There are rules and regulations, and we live in a country where the Constitution gives us rights and at the same time there are things that have to be restricted. Hence, I believe the law of the land should be adhered to.

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    There is a strong social premise in our country and I feel today freedom is being misused and not used.

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    I recently found out that the print of my first film 'Utrada Rathri,' released in 1978, is damaged beyond repair. So the only way to relive earlier films is through books based on the screenplay.

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