Bollywood is a business more than an art industry. One has to play the game others play to carve your own path.

I do get a lot of offers for endorsing a brand, but for me, the credibility of the brand matters the most.

I love to cook and read books.

I did quite a lot of research for 'Phobia' because it's a very sensitive topic, so I couldn't have just faked it.

Playing characters I don't relate to are a big challenge for me.

It is difficult to constantly make courageous choices.

I don't do much for skin. Just drink water, try to get proper sleep, exercise, sweat it out, keep it moisturised, and most importantly, clean. That's basically what I do.

I do believe that laughter is the best medicine - it cures everything.

Look after all those lovely peculiarities in your face, your body, and yourself.

Yes, I will sign a film for the money. Because sometimes you don't have the money to eat, and you have to get work and maintain a lifestyle. Not just actors - I think everybody does that. No job on this planet is about 100 per cent satisfaction. You do some part of the job for money.

I usually take up short films when I am not tied up with feature films. Short films are easier to work on... because it doesn't take much of your time. The number of shoot days are lesser as compared to feature films.

Initially, I did South Indian films because I needed the money; I had a huge student loan that I had to pay off. But I do feel that Marathi, English, and Hindi are what I'm more comfortable with.

For an actor, it is necessary to vegetate and look for inspiration. I get that from travelling, meeting people, and observing things around me. I bring back my energy by gaining different experiences.

I'm game for any kind of roles as long as I find it interesting.

I would like to be part of sensible cinema, irrespective of whether it is a commercial or niche film, but it doesn't always pan out like that.

Wear what feels nice to you, not to impress.

I feel that discrimination and hierarchy is something that people have to face constantly.

If you are an industry kid, the first film is given to you on a platter. However, the pressure and expectations are immense.

When I was really young, I was obsessed with Bollywood. Then I got exposed to world cinema, and I wanted to be a part of it. Then I was exposed to theatre, and I only wanted to do theatre.

Though I have achieved a little bit in my career, I have to continue working hard.

I do films because there is an audience out there. It doesn't matter if they're Indian, American, or European.

It is extremely important for one to face their fears and live a bold life.

The menstruation taboo is ancient, and there are so many theories about it. For some, it is fear of blood, and for some, period blood is toxic. If you read the theories about menstruation, you might even laugh.

I'm friends with all my contemporaries.

We have so many male superstars, but there are just a few female actors who have attained that status. It is not only because of the industry; it's in the society.

I think if a Swiss watch can come to the country and have their own corporate stores, a Pakistani actor should come here and do a film here in India.

There is no set way of getting a role - you don't give an exam, score well, and then nail a film.

The image of an actor plays a huge role in deciding if he or she can experiment with roles.

It's not just about looking shocked if the scene demands it. It's about feeling that emotion. You can't lie to the camera, because it captures everything. This is what I have learnt over the years.

If the actor believes in the moment, the audience believes in it, too.

On certain days, it can get difficult, because acting is about being naked emotionally. There are days when you are feeling empty, but the scene demands you to go through a cathartic experience. That's why I like to know what my schedule for a particular film is beforehand.

I want to improve with every film, including being better groomed.

I'm the romantic sort and would like to watch films that I can relate to.

Romance doesn't have to be portrayed physically. I love being part of romantic films, but I wouldn't venture into something I'm not comfortable with.

For me, work is worship, and it is not just the number of movies I make but the quality which matters most, irrespective of how they eventually fare at the box office.

For 'Zoom,' as the script demanded it, I opted for a shorter hair-style, as I play the character of a modern girl who is self-made.

I do not know how I developed the interest for baking. If I am not shooting, I head back home and start baking my favourite cakes and cookies.

I have to maintain my stardom.

Instead of signing 10 films a year, I'd rather do a couple of films where I can give my best performance and am appreciated by audiences.

A good performance from me - no matter what kind of film it is, or who I'm acting with - will help me get better offers.

It's nice that people are keen to work with me.

I knew that I always wanted to work even after I got married.

If you look at my career graph, I have always chosen roles that are performance-oriented.

I am just lucky to be blessed with a good metabolism.

When people come offering you quality work, I think that is a result of the sheer hardwork and dedication I have had towards my profession.

I loved my work, and it was a conscious decision to give my best all the time.

I have always managed my professional and personal life to the best of my abilities.

Its nice when your admirers address you in an exclusive manner.

I did not know that I was being called the 'Sandalwood Princess.' It definitely feels good, but more than such titles, it is their love and affection behind such titles that makes me happy.

For an actor, personal and professional life are two different things, and marriage is something which happens in everyone's life, and it is the same with an actor, too.