Everything about ‘UY’ is new and fresh, and we are extremely happy at the response from the audiences, as most people are walking out of cinema halls with a smile on their faces. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
I would like Modi to become the Prime Minister and expand the Gujarat model of development across the country. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
I don’t consult anyone – not my mother, not my father, anyone – about my work. And I must add that neither Dad nor Mom interfere in my work. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Usually after a shot, we look for a chair to rest our feet. In ‘Oopiri,’ it was the other way around. After every shot, I was on my feet, walking around the set trying to get the blood circulation in my legs working properly. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
For me, it’s about moderation and discipline, and that’s something I picked up from my dad. I don’t believe in rigorous workouts but believe in eating right, going to bed early, and getting a proper workout. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Sometimes people just need to be heard. They find happiness in sharing their thoughts. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
People know excessive consumption of anything is bad for health. By imposing a ban on something, we are, in a way, provoking them to do it. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
My father used to see God in human beings and in his work. Each person has his own way. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
My mother would take me to Tirumala right from when I was 7 years old. I used to go along with her every time. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Audiences don’t come to theatres going by reviews. Even if a film is rated low, the collections won’t get affected. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Once I finish shooting a film, I usually sit on it to see how we can make it better. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
At home, we never used to perform pujas every day. But God has always been there in the hearts. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
As an actor with a star status, I can’t restrict myself to one type of films and roles. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Critics who complain that we don’t do anything new will hopefully be happy with ‘Oopiri.’ – Akkineni Nagarjuna
I want to continue acting as long as I can because being on the sets is a big stress buster for me. I can’t possibly think of stopping my visits to the sets because I’m old. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
The success of a film at the box office will ensure happiness to the entire unit, but individual awards are like vitamin shots that will help boost the morale of an actor. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
I don’t like anything about 2013. Too many things have happened, including ‘Bhai.’ I lost my way. Sometimes it happens, and I definitely feel bad about it. – Akkineni Nagarjuna
Besides regular exercising, one should also take care of his or her daily habits such as adequate sleep and drinking lots of water. – Akkineni Nagarjuna