I want to be famous. That's my ambition, and there is nothing wrong with it.
Kriti Kharbanda
It was nothing less than a dream come true shooting with Farah Khan.
Direction is always on my wish list.
In the South, there is a celebrated Telugu film director name Raghavendra Rao, who is known for shooting women's mid-riff in a certain manner. They are done in a very aesthetic manner and doesn't look vulgar. Now, it is up to the audience how they are going to watch it. As long as the girl is comfortable acting in it, I see nothing wrong.
The challenge is when you're offered similar roles, and you have to play them differently. I don't want people to say, 'She performs similarly in every film. There is no versatility.'
I will not leave my South films for a Hindi film. I want to be sincere to my South film makers and commitments. Only if my dates are not clashing with any of my South films will I do Hindi films.
I feel that bad people exist everywhere. I've always maintained that it is not the industry that is good or bad: it's the people.
It's a hugely popular franchise, and every 'Housefull' film has worked well at the box office.
I feel like, for an actor, eyes are the most important thing. So I'm a little obsessed with eye creams.
People don't come to the theatres to watch a kiss. It's the story that appeals to them.
I want people to take me seriously as an actor. I want to be a star; I won't deny that.
Ideally, as an actor, we all crave attention, appreciation, and to be recognised. What's the point of doing it yourself? It needs to come from someone else, and when that happens, I enjoy that moment.
I'm a loner, and I'm most comfortable living by myself, but Bengaluru is home for me, as my family is there. Having said that, once you come to Mumbai, you can't turn your back on it. I've grown close to Mumbai now.
I think comedy is something I enjoy, so it comes effortlessly.
I'm a director's actor and go by what they say.
Even if you sulk after a failure, you have to put on that exterior that you are fine. You could be going through a series of nonsense in your personal life or failure in your professional life, but you have to put on that exterior.
When I started playing tennis in Class V, I used to be the only girl on the court along with 20-odd boys. So, I am used to being in the company of boys. In fact, I have very few girlfriends, and even my besties are boys; I find it much easier to get along with them.
I want to be as healthy as I possibly can be. I just want to make sure that I do everything to take care of myself. Like they say, charity begins at home. Love begins at home, too. So I want to do the best for me. I want to pamper myself and do the best for my body.
I think that Delhi Metro has made things convenient for people, and we must credit the government for that. The Metro network that they have built in the city without disturbing any infrastructure is amazing.
I think objectifying women is not wrong if only her beauty is captured in an aesthetic manner.
Today, there is not one Hindi movie which doesn't have a kissing scene.
Initially, I was scared of living alone in a big city like Mumbai, which is nothing like Bangalore. I'm more comfortable now; it feels like a home away from home.
As a kid, the only time I used to get out at night when I was in 9th and 10th standard. The only time I had permission to go out at night was during Navratri because we all used to go play dandiya and garba.
I miss Mumbai when I'm not here. The city does that to you, and it's exciting.
I never expected 'Theen Maar' to have such a great opening. Pawan Kalyan is a huge star in Tollywood, but for me, it's just my second film.
If you fall for someone and decide to get into a relationship, you need to accept each other with whatever traits they possess. Also, if you get married, never think that you will be able to change that person.
When I did a scene with Dharam sir for the first time, I actually cried!
I have changed so much, post-'Raaz,' as a person.
I have become limitless and stronger. You don't need that attitude to survive in Bollywood, but when you are doing a film like 'Raaz,' you can't go on set with inhibitions.
Don't be naive and allow a man to take advantage of you.
I think women - or human beings, for that matter - are vulnerable. It's your vulnerability that makes you beautiful and stronger in your own way. Because then you're more accepting to newer things.
If you're not vulnerable, and you're too headstrong and clear about the path you want to take, it won't help you grow. Vulnerability doesn't have to be a negative thing. If you take the right spin on it, it can be extremely positive.
I've been travelling around moving from one movie set to another... it's been back-breaking, but am not complaining.
I would love to do more Hindi films, but I am very laid-back that way and wouldn't go looking for more films.
The only Bollywood dream I have is to meet Shah Rukh Khan once.
Never in my wildest dreams I thought I would work with Dharmendra sir. I remember the first selfie I took with him, I posted on our family WhatsApp group. My father couldn't stop beaming with joy. I could feel it. Everytime I see them proud, it makes everything so worth it.
'Guest Iin London' didn't work, but it got me more work; it helped me grow as an actor.
With time, I am getting to work with actors who are known for their work. I am liking that, enjoying every bit, and I want to soak it all in.
For a tiny person, I have a lot of confidence. No one messes with me!
For someone like me who gets bored very easily, this life is perfect. I can't be at one place for too long. Travelling broadens your thinking as a person and as an actor.
You discover who you truly are only when you live alone.
I've lost count of the number of saris I have. I can assure you that you will never catch me repeating a style of sari or a blouse ever. I love wearing them, and I have a sari for every occasion.
My mom is my best friend. I tell her everything from what's going on in my life and my work to my love life.
Even if someone were to take me out on a date, I have a 'touch me not' air about me. I don't like people who take things too fast nor the ones who take forever to open up to me.
'Raaz Reboot' doesn't have extreme boldness, but I was apprehensive about the kissing scenes.
I'm truly excited to be a part of two successful franchises - 'Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se' and now 'Housefull 4.'
After dubbing my lines for the first time, I'd say it's more difficult than performing in front of the camera.
While acting, you just go with the flow of what you are feeling, but dubbing requires recreating and reliving those emotions all over again. So it's very necessary to match up to the performance in front of the camera.
Comedy is not an easy genre.
Doing comedy was liberating in a way.
