85 Quotes by Vijay Sethupathi

Acting and directing are two separate disciplines that rarely mix.

One of my biggest drawbacks is my inability to maintain my physique. I put on weight for 'Soodhu Kavvum' and never managed to shed it. Luckily, that look suited a few films, including 'Orange Mittai.'

Directing films is easier said than done. The job needs a lot of sensibility to put many things in place.

I don't take any project lightly. Every project is important for me. In fact, every scene in every film is important.

When I listen to a script, it has to be entertaining. People who come to theatre should be happy and entertained.

When 'Pizza' released, I was a nobody. Initially, we managed to get only 100 screens. But, after its success, the producers of 'Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom' got 150 screens and also released the film in the U.S. Now, distributors are keen to invest in my films because they feel I have face value.

If you go to a theme park, there will be so many rides. You will get an exciting experience in each of them. Like that, every film is an experience that entertains you. Some films will touch your heart. Some will touch you emotionally. There is nothing more than that.

I have to consider the amount of business that my name can do and choose my projects carefully.

I don't want to do films for the fun of it.