Why didn’t you take up full-time playback singing?
I have done playback for a few Tamil and Hindi films. But singing for my rock band, Extramentals, has always kept me busy enough to not give it a serious thought. But from what I know, there’s too much hard work involved. I don’t have the patience to last out that long.

Your debut album has been in the pipeline.
Like Jack Nicholson in As Good As It Gets, I am shuttling between two things. This album is my first and thus very special. I have been at it for long. I will talk about it once it’s out.

How was it to compose music for Unaipol Oruvan (the Tamil remake of A Wednesday)?
It is my most exciting project. More so because it has my father playing the lead and I get to work with him again. He doesn’t interfere in my work but having him around gives me confidence.

How accurate are reports of friction between you and your mother?
I don’t wish to comment on them.

How did you react to your father’s relationship with Gauthami?
She is a wonderful person and we have bonded really well. I am really pleased that she entered my life. And I fully support my father for taking this decision.