IF I REST, I WILL GET RUSTY

Working non-stop is not a new thing, said Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who once completed 36 films in a year and remains driven by his passion for storytelling.

- RAVI BANSAL

In a career spanning more than 45 years, Mohanlal has starred in over 360 films across different industries. He started his stint in movies with the role of an antagonist in Fazil's "Manjil Virinja Pookkal" (1980) and then featured in critically acclaimed movies like "Manichitrathazhu," "Vanaprastham," "Kireedam," "Bharatham," "Iruvar" and "Drishyam."

"My passion for my profession is fuel for me. You should love your profession. So, every day is a beautiful day for me. I have had the chance to work with great actors and directors. I have evolved from their blessing. I am dedicated to my profession. I am a performer and that creativity is a fuel for my journey," the actor told PTI.

He added, "This is my 47th year in films. Normally, I'll finish one film and do the other film. But nowadays, sometimes I have to reschedule my assignments, but I can still do it. I have done 36 films in one year. So, it's not a new thing for me. If I rest, I'll get rusty."

The 64-year-old actor recently made his directorial debut with "Barroz," a pan-India fantasy film in which he also plays the lead role.