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Western films don't do very well in India.

Scripts didn't exist during my time in Bollywood, or, at least, I was never given one. I don't want to act at all and am happy in my cave.

In terms of script, Bollywood should learn from South Indian scripts. Not talking about the fights and action, I am talking about the drama bit.

I have done many films across the globe and would love to be a part of Bollywood, but the script must have a strong character for me.

A lot of people in India are not that into non-Indian films or Western films.

India needs better producers than screenwriters. No producer wants to invest in out-of-the way scripts.

Indian cinema needs all ingredients like emotion, action, sentiment and humour; it's not easy. It's easy to make a Hollywood film, as it goes with a pattern. Our cinema needs a lot of commercial ingredients. That's why I don't do many films.

Music is a very integral part of the film, but it will not be as full of music as a Bollywood film.

There is more to Indian cinema than just Bollywood. I think regional cinema, especially Tamil and Marathi cinema, are exploring some really bold themes.

In India, the films are not looked upon just as entertainment. They're a way of life.