There are many defining moments in my journey.

A small cold and cough can actually stop you from going where you are.

I think judging a shuttle is different everywhere, so there is a drift, but you have to be used to it. We can't complain, as I think it is same for all.

I love to experiment with my looks and dresses on and off the court because I love to turn out very well. But, I must add here that just good-looking athletes can't do anything for their sport.

Women's badminton has become so competitive.

Life has changed after Rio. Winning a silver medal was a huge moment for me. It has come with a lot of responsibilities.

It is never the case that I will push myself more for the World Championships and play differently in a Super Series or vice-versa.

I would love to act in a film if it is based on my life. But then it all depends on who is making it and how much time it would require for me to shoot.

Be it 'Mary Kom,' 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag,' or 'Dangal,' each one was inspiring in its own way. But my favourite is 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.'

I will keep working on different aspects of my games. It's not so easy, and I need to work on every stroke.

Every tournament I have won has been memorable.

Each tournament is equally important.

I was 18 when I was presented with the Arjuna Award. To say it feels really good would be an understatement. But I don't know how else to convey the feeling. I am grateful for having received this prestigious award at such a young age.

Previously, people were like, 'She might win the tournament,' but now it's like, 'She should win the tournament.'

Playing for Hyderabad Hunters is a very good feeling.

I have a lot of hunger to win the big titles.

Life has changed both on and off the court after the Rio Olympics medal. I have a lot of confidence on the court now and feel anything is possible. I also feel that I have improved my game. Off the court, I do get recognised more now.

I am thankful to my parents. They have done many sacrifices.

I am aggressive only on court.

I love making friends and make others happy. But I also love to be happy all the time. All that aggression that you see remains on the court only.

I am really lucky that I got such good coaches and everything I wanted, right from the infrastructure to proper coaching.

It was important for me to get a super series title.

While I am training, I don't go out for events, so rest days, in a way, take away that time. Apart from that, I just stay at home and rest, maybe relax at home and spend time with family.

I love dressing up, and I'm aware that people do say that it can take your attention away from the game. But I disagree with this notion!