I always believe that one can't interfere in another's work. Once I start work on any film, I surrender myself completely and blindly follow the director.
— Mahesh Babu
Over the years, with all the experience, I've become more mature about the subjects I pick. I have a better understanding of what works at the box office. Once the story is finalised, I surrender to the director and follow him. After that, my performances speak for themselves.
I was 13 - 14 when I first tasted stardom. In the summer holidays, my dad made me act in these films that went on to become superhits. I became a child star.
I don't have any dream role. I give my 100% to every character I play, and when the film clicks, it automatically becomes a dream role.
Stress and looks are directly connected as far as I am concerned. If you are happy, you look good.
Being a father is the most important thing, if you ask me. It changed me as a person and gave me an all new life.
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.
When my film flops, I believe it is my mistake. There have been times when I didn't come out of my house because my films didn't do well. I lock myself in for months. I don't talk to people. I feel bad for producer, director, for those who lost money. It's never about myself or my career alone.
