It's a tough pill to swallow, but if I was going to stand for something as an artist, and every time that had consequences I decided not to do it, that'd be pointless. I have to listen to people, and I always try to meet people with understanding.

A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both.

We used to want our artists to be cigarette-smoking bohemian outsiders who were gonna take risks that the rest of us wouldn't.

There is no question in the fact that India has a global responsibility, and the coming "Gyan Yug" would see India play a pivotal role, using the strengths of its democracy and demographic dividend.

Some artists are working to buy the mansion or whatever the element of fame must bear, but I spend all my money on my show.

The Congress has understood that under modern conditions government has a continuing responsibility to meet continuing problems.