I find it difficult to speak in remote places because it is so hot and dusty that I tend to choke.

To save and keep our country secure, we need a Prime Minister like Modiji.

I never thought I would sing professionally, but it so happened that I made Babul hear a Bengali song I had sung many years ago. He thought I should sing and bring out an album. I readily agreed.

I don't let any opportunity go.

Classical dance forms and music are slowly going away. It is very important to impart these to children.

We should train kids in the music and dance of our legends. That's how we can keep the traditions alive.

Institutes should be named after these legendary artistes. Some institute should be named after Lata Mangeshkar.

Mathura railway station should be a blend of heritage look with modernisation like escalator and better waiting rooms for general class passengers. Instead of taking rest on the ground, the passengers in general waiting rooms should be provided benches.

Mathura station must be developed in such a way that it reflects birthplace of Lord Krishna.

Stray cattle roam every lane and alley, but we are building cow shelters and trying to resolve the problem.

Some restrictions should be imposed on population. First of all, each city should have certain population, certain limit.

As an MP of Mathura, I know the fact that there are many soldiers from Mathura who have sacrificed their life for the country.

People of different castes want Modi.

I have done work for everyone because all are Brijwasi.

I have done so much work in Mathura. I am proud of the works.

We have to maintain the Krishnasthali.

People will vote for me in Mathura because Modiji is our leader.

Dance excites me.

I don't care what people think about the way I act.

Sometimes I act younger than my daughters. But that's when they say, 'Mama, stop it!'

Often I sit in the lawn and have my morning cuppa amidst the twittering of rare birds.

Happiness is state of mind.

I think I have aged gracefully.

Age has nothing to do with doing new things. If you have it in you, then you will be able to do it. It's about your will power.

Acting on TV is ruled out. I admire those who do it, but I found it quite strenuous.

I do yoga and dance every morning at home for one and a half hours. Then I make tea for myself.

I love being in the BJP, communicating with people and doing something for them. It's very challenging.

As for my favourite actresses, I like Kareena Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

When Shah Rukh's film can make it to the theatres for Diwali, why can't my film release on the same day?

I am an artist, and I will always be working. But a film should match my personality and should be primarily based on a woman for me to go forward with it.

Every art form has its own beauty, but blending it with other forms in separate ways is okay.

For any cultural performance involving me, the response from Kolkata is the most critical. If I pass here, I will pass elsewhere.

It is because of the blessing of Lord Ganesha that the event has become so popular among Puneites. Kalmadiji also plays a very important role in the growth of the Pune Festival. It is because of him that we are able to enthrall the audience with good performances.

When I'm with my daughters on a holiday, I become one of the girls instead of their mother.

I've learnt music, since this is a part and parcel of growing up in a traditional Tamil Brahmin family. In fact, I've even given three exams in music when I was young.

While families in South India are familiar with Soundaryalahari, I wanted others to know of it, too.

I have always followed my passion to dance religiously. And that keeps me agile and youthful at heart.

I am a dancer at heart.

I lead a very disciplined life.

Esha can't have it easy just because she is my daughter. I have to be strict.

Becoming a grandmother is an extension of a woman's personality. It doesn't matter how many times you become one; the excitement is the same.

I was very active during both my pregnancies.

When my children were young, I set my routine according to their needs.

Every marriage is different, but the most important factor in a strong relationship is the love and harmony between the couple.

Irrespective of your partner's mistakes, love must hold you back in the relationship.

Filmmaking involves a lot of money and hard work, which should not be wasted, though nobody knows which film will be a hit.

'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' is a huge hit, but as far as the story of the film goes, there wasn't much to it.

Times have changed. Girls no longer let people treat them like doormats. They take their decisions and stick to them. This makes me happy.

Women must follow their passion and dreams without fear.