When I was 12, my mum put us in a summer camp meant for children from low-income families. It was in upstate New York where we had to live in tents, fetch water, cook our meals, and even dig our own toilet bowls.

Every friendship is different because everyone's personality is different.

I have this board in my house that lists out all the things that I love about myself. It's a board of affirmations, and it serves me well.

I am not into marriage. You look at all the marriages breaking down and all the people cheating on their marriages, and you become cynical. Marriage is nothing but a label.

Drink lots of water and stay hydrated.

I know I'm not the consummate Bollywood heroine. But I'm working hard on it.

It's something I am confident about. It gives me an adrenaline rush - who wouldn't want want to wear beautiful clothes and jewellery and look wonderful - it's a dream job for many.

I think massage is a very important part of life, which is present from centuries as an imminent part of India's tradition.

I always wanted to do a bit of Bollywood and a bit of Hollywood.

No, I don't have a plan. Whatever happens happens. There's never a plan.

I like to take my own time, and I don't like to rush. I do take time, and I have patience.

I sometimes wonder if I pushed myself to get out there and meet people I'd get more work.

Ritesh Deshmukh is rock star. He has a lovely family. He works so hard, and he's a great actor. He's funny, friendly, doesn't have an ego, and is so nice to everyone. He's a fine professional, a good husband, and a good father. That's a rock star for me.

I'm usually always very happy and funny and positive. It's only when I'm tired that I get a little low energy.

Even though my parents separated, my mother was in love with my father and never re-married.

I was 16 when I started modelling. It wasn't planned, but nothing in my life has or ever will be planned.

I pride myself on my personilty and not my looks because one day, I will be old and crusty with a moustache, and someone is going to love me for my personality and not looks. So whoever is going to marry me is going to laugh till he dies.

I'm a little weird that way. I don't really know how to express my happiness.

When you are sick, you are sick. Period.

I think being directed and mentored by someone as inspirational as Paul Feig not only improves my performance but, as a whole, makes it what it is.

I've never been a movie buff. If I did go to a theatre to watch a film, half the time, I would fall asleep.

You learn to be comfortable with your body. It's fine and not a big deal.

I am not saying one is better than the other. I enjoy both. But Hollywood is far more organised than Bollywood.

I don't think about it. I have always been linked up with everybody.

I have a variety of styles. I don't stick to one particular style.

Stereotyping of any race or culture is narrow-minded, and I can't wait to help break the shackles.

Fair treatment of human beings and animals in many different realms strikes a chord with me.

I like to start my day with a glass of coconut water, some protein powder, and a mix of things - goji berries, flax seeds, hemp seeds, even the flesh of a coconut or anything with a lot of fibre. I often add bananas, or eggs - fried or boiled - to my breakfast.

I don't want to be known as an item dancer. I want to be known as an actress only.

I did a B.A. with a major in fine arts and a minor in psychology. I wanted to become a teacher or do art therapy for the elderly. But then I realised I wanted to travel instead.

It has been a tumultuous journey, no doubt. But I feel blessed to have got work.

If you feel like snacking, stock up on almonds, walnuts and cranberries.

I don't eat white breads, and I'm off dairy due to an allergic reaction and because of what it does to the body. I've learnt a lot about different foods and how the body breaks it down and what happens when we eliminate or incorporate certain foods, and it's pretty fascinating!

Some critics have been very harsh. That's okay. I like honest criticism.

I knew that all South Indian language films were first made in Chennai and that Tamil Nadu is one of the biggest film-producing centres in the country. I wanted to be part of films here.

I got a lot of offers after 'Rockstar' but was totally dependent on the team managing my work, who did not want me to sign any of the films I was offered, even though I wanted to.

I'm tired of the speculation about my personal life.

I would like to be more fit, but I don't think I will put on fat or gain weight for movie roles. I am not going to do that.

I firmly believe that one of the best kept secrets to soft and glowing skin is moisturisation.

For me, fashion means dare. I don't mind wearing a bikini. I am okay with it.

I come from a culture where we wear white for weddings. In India, it's different. But I really feel that there should be no set notions, and a bride should only wear something when she's comfortable in it.

I'm intrigued by traditional Indian designs. They are so beautifully handcrafted, and the designs are so intricate and beautiful. I really prefer the Indian designs.

I like to wear jewellery, even though I like my look to be minimalist. When I go out for events, I like to have at least one statement piece. It always adds glamour.

Dance is something which I like to do, but acting is my passion. I would like to do good and meaty roles.

I have learned so much from India: for instance, the use of aloe vera, which I use, and I find it sad when I see certain arts of oiling slowly fading away.

I use coconut oil every single day. I apply coconut oil on my whole body for moisturising. The oil can also be used as make-up remover, as it is light-based and is not sticky.

I'm really excited about furthering my film career in Bollywood and Hollywood.

Health and well-being, as well as how we can live in harmony with our planet, is something I'm passionate about.

I think that, occasionally, fame and popularity can garner more attention for individuals or films. But as a person who believes in my craft, I like the romantic notion that skill and hard work is more important than notoriety.

I think I am feeling comfortable in Bollywood more than in Hollywood because I have spent more time here now and I am understanding a lot of things. I am feeling pretty good here. I really don't plan on running off anywhere.