No. I did not see Slumdog. But many people suggested me to see the film. I may see to know what is there.

Industry is strife with reports that you have signed a new project with an international company.

No way, I have not committed any new projects. It is too early to think on new films. If anything is there, I will not hide it.

Can you think of anyone whom you are indebted to?

Balu Mahendra. It was from him that I learnt everything in life. Not just about films, but so many other things. I was too raw a human being to appreciate things. I was a different man. My life was turned upside down. I was taught like a child. Those seven years was like studying in a school all over again.

I am indebted to Balu Mahendra in every way. That is why I said I eagerly await his feedback to Naan Kadavul. But jokingly he asks me, 'When are you going to become a human being?' I knew what he means [Laughs out loud].

A scene from Pithamagan