The more you do, the more you think, the better you get.
Kriti Sanon
Whatever you learn will never go waste. It will be beneficial for me in future.
I am an engineer by profession, but I knew I wanted to act. My parents always encouraged me, and when my father shifted to Mumbai for work for a brief while, I came along.
I'm an independent woman and a feminist.
I had learnt Kathak for six years from the age of eight and did a foundation course from Kathak Kendra in Delhi. I was not fond of classical dance, but today, I'm glad my mom made me do it.
I want to play a character with grey shades.
I was horrified to find out that a startling percentage of women, even in Bengaluru, do not go out or wash their hair during their periods.
The moment I lose weight, it shows on my face, and given how sharp my cheek bones are, it doesn't look good.
Modelling was never a career option for me; it was always a hobby. I was modelling while I was pursuing my B.Tech, so the obvious choice after finishing my studies was to do a job. But while I was modelling and doing TV commercials, I really loved being in front of the camera. I enjoyed the shooting process.
I go with the flow of the film. I feel if it's the demand of the script, then you should do it.
I have been a little lucky to get work. I know there are people who struggle a lot to get a film; I believe a lot in destiny. Things have fallen into place for me.
I think education is something that is very important no matter what you are doing. It makes you feel secure, independent, and helps you build confidence in yourself. It grooms your whole personality. So if it starts from the basic level; if the basic education that a girl and a boy receive is the same, I think a lot will change.
Whatever happens, happens for the better. I was meant to do 'Raabta.' Every film has its destiny, and it's the film that chooses you.
My mom keeps khabar of everything, so I don't feel lonely.
I don't know how much of the 'casting couch' exists in the industry, as I've not seen it myself. I'm glad that I've not had to.
I don't think one film is enough to showcase your talent or to show your abilities as an actor.
I'm not much involved in sports, and I don't play, either.
Destiny plays an important part, but talent and hard work is also important.
Before anyone else, women need to accept that neither does life stop, nor does it change for those few days in a month.
The journey from engineering to acting just happened. I guess some things are meant to be.
In the mornings, I use a good moisturiser and a colouring lip balm. In the evenings, though, I like to go a little glam.
Akshay Kumar and Prabhu Deva are a team that you always want to be a part of.
You have to face fears head on.
I was clear about the fact that my first film should be 'big,' since it's the start of your whole career graph.
I have no particular inspiration, but I do find Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone and Kangana Ranaut amazing.
I come from a middle-class family, but we are open-minded people.
I thoroughly believe that shaving is the best way of hair removal, as it's the most convenient and hassle free of all the methods.
There is a slight tomboyish side to me. But I was studious, and I did not bunk classes!
It's sad to be constantly judged for every move you make after your first success. If you wear your hair differently, you have changed.
I could not make mistakes while choosing films when I started out.
I feel that modelling has groomed my personality and made me a confident person, but even today, when I go on the ramp, I get nervous. I am more comfortable being in front of the camera than walking on the ramp.
I wouldn't have taken up modeling as a profession. It was more of a hobby.
People have started recognising me. I can't move around as freely as I used to.
I believe in comfort and dressing according to my body type. I have a tall frame. So a lot of things suit me more than it would others.
Actors don't have to be linked in real life for the chemistry to be translated on screen.
I would really like it if someone knows me more for a character that I've played. If they call out the character's name instead of mine by mistake, it would be lovely.
I usually mug up my Telugu dialogues much before going to the sets every day.
You really have to think a lot before speaking, and the things that are written about you, sometimes you might not like it.
Every thing in life that's first should be a celebration or celebrated with a lot of oomph.
If you request for a little time to fulfill a commitment, you're accused of being arrogant. I repeat, I've achieved nothing to be arrogant about.
The industry has been very warm and welcoming, especially since I am an outsider.
My career is too short for there to be any turns! But I would say that not everyone is noticed and accepted in their debut films. I was accepted both by the industry and the audience.
My parents were never into films, but I hope to make them proud with my work some day. In any case, in Bollywood, your surname matters only till your first, second, or third film at most. Beyond that, you are on your own.
I actually moved from engineering to acting. I think what's important is how talented and passionate you are.
I am sweet and diplomatic in real life.
I played a tomboy character in 'Dohchay.'
The title 'Dohchay' is very perfect for the film. It is used very well in the title track. If you see the film, you will understand it.
Sudheer Varma is very easy going and very confident director. He knows exactly what he wants. He has a very good vision and knows how many shots he wants for a scene. He is super fast. He gives freedom for actors to try different things. The atmosphere on the sets was never serious. We had great fun working together.
I think every industry is a male-dominated industry. Whether it is Tollywood or Bollywood or India as a whole, it is male-dominated. We stay in India, and it has been patriarchal society.
I auditioned for quite a lot of films. I do not wish to name the films I auditioned for. There were times when I knew I would not be fit for this film, or I would not get this film. Still, I used to audition for it just to get experience... to practice.
