‘It’s Not About Money’: Mammootty Reveals What Drives Him Even Today
Actor Mammootty: South superstar Mammootty recently spoke about the income of renowned businessman Mukesh Ambani. In what context did he comment on the businessman's income and expenses? Find out.
Famous actor Mammootty has been working in the entertainment industry for many years now. He has received the National Film Award for the best actor thrice and is considered the second person in India to have received this honor. He has appeared in thousands of movies in various languages and continues to act to date. Now, he is in the news because of his remarks on the money spent by businessman Mukesh Ambani.
Mammootty still loves acting. He continues to guide many in the industry. Even at over 70 years old, he remains not only active but also a favorite. But what keeps him from stepping back? He continues to work relentlessly instead of resting. Why isn't he even interested in easy roles that don't have high expectations? He recently revealed this. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Mammootty explained how he still loves his work even after five decades. The actor said, "It's human nature." He further added that he no longer needs more money to live a secure, comfortable life.
The actor cited the example of politicians to illustrate his point. He cited businessman Mukesh Ambani as an example to illustrate his passion for work. Mammootty said, "Why do these politicians want to stay in politics even at 90 or 100 years old? Why is Mukesh Ambani earning so much money? It's not for him... He won't use whatever money he's earning. I'm not comparing myself to Ambani. I'm just saying that this is humanity. Whatever you have, you want more. That's greed."
The actor further said that there have been many artists who dreamed of dying while performing on stage, a cause close to his heart. Mammootty said that for him, acting is like the air he breathes. Mammootty said, "If you call a very weak man, who can no longer even move, but who was once a very good actor, for a role, he will come and try his best."
