actresses-from-india

"It is important for you to realise that it is okay to go through what you are going through"

"Understand what you are going through. Share it with people you trust. Even if they judge you, so what"

"There is hope. We’re all in this together"

"February 15th, 2014, I remember waking up that morning with a strange pittish feeling in my stomach. I had no idea what I was feeling. Life all of a sudden just felt meaningless"

"Depression is not the same as sadness. Depression is an illness like any other illness such as cancer and diabetes"

"When I got cast in my first ad, it started as a coincidence. Until the age of five and six I had no idea, but as I grew, it became a huge part of who I am. I am so attached to it — this is my family. I am addicted to it, and I get to live so many lives."

"Of course, I really wanted this to happen. But it was a question of how and when. I feel like all of those questions have been answered for me. I keep thanking the universe and everybody who's given me this opportunity."

"What I focus on instead is growing a little every day, becoming a better actress, a better human, day by day, moving closer to the vision I have for myself. I don't see life in terms of years. I just hope to keep evolving, learning, and growing with each passing day."

"I did not set out to break stereotypes."

"There was a complete lack of conviction on my part. Just playing myself doesn't excite me, which is why I thought I could sleepwalk through it. I couldn't sleep or walk after that."

"I choose characters for the irresistible power they exude."

"My work is an extension of the person I am and of my beliefs."

"I am a person with a lot of faith and I have conversations [with God] all the time but I am not so religious in the conventional, organised sense."

"I follow my instincts. Sometimes it works commercially and sometimes it doesn’t, but I don’t regret a single film."

"If someone who matters to you takes you down, it can break you. That someone whose approval mattered to me started to constantly find faults with me. At that point of time, it was important to walk away from that relationship."

"I have been body shamed. My body’s size and complexion have often been ridiculed and stared at by people. At the same time, a lot of people loved me for my body. So I am never unhappy about my beautiful body. I clearly know that it was my physical appeal rather than my acting skills which made me achieve all these. For the same reason, many have deceived me making false promises."

"I literally starved for months. Getting a bikini body is not a joke, as you need to get that structure first to sport one. I hope I look good, and it has come out really well. I never thought I could put it off."

"At home, we cooked the traditional way, with a unique Saurashtrian curry powder, used for all kinds of gravies. Mutton was the main dish — as a kid, I remember eating mutton for breakfast, lunch and dinner. By the time, I hit my teens, I was fed up with the mutton overdose."

"Being a Judge for Miss Universe at such a young age, since a girl of my age was competing for it and I was the judge at that show, it was a privileged time for me and gave me a totally different type of hype. It was an exciting moment for me, too, as an Indian woman won the Miss Universe title at the same time."

"I would like to advise you to improve your skills and train on your physique. It depends on which model you are: commercial, beauty model, ramp walk model. You are someone who is doing everything. Remember always try to improve and polish your acting skills. If you are a ramp walk model, improve your different kinds of ramp walk skills. Be a real professional who knows what to do on the spotlights."

"I don't believe in keeping sperm panties as tokens."

"Success if the best revenge. I always feel women should answer back either with their sarcasm or success."

"As an actor, I love the ability to immerse myself in different characters and bring stories to life. Acting allows you to explore diverse emotions, experiences, and perspectives, enabling you to connect with audiences on an emotional level."

"Confidence and elegance define my style. I embrace bold fashion choices while staying true to my individuality. With every outfit, I aim to exude poise and grace, leaving a lasting impression wherever I go. My style is an artistic expression of modern sophistication. I curate a blend of high fashion and individuality, pushing boundaries while maintaining an air of effortless elegance. Each ensemble I choose tells a unique story, showcasing my passion for creativity and innovation in the world of fashion."

"Marriage is made out to be so important for girls The focus has to shift at some point from marriage to the real challenges of life which are the same for women and men We have to prepare our girls just the way we prepare our boys."

"I’m unafraid of challenges when it comes to experimenting with looks, as I thoroughly enjoy them, and it rather excites me."

"My metabolic rate has been high since birth, so I don't have to diet or go to the gym."

"Today I have more clarity about what I am doing and why I am doing it. That is a big change in me. Today I know where I am going right or wrong. I try and be aware of what I’m doing as a performer. Whenever I get a break, I get into an acting workshop. I have realised that I am a spontaneous actor. I internalise a lot of things when it comes to performance. I feel in control of my performance, to an extent. There is method and spontaneity. Eventually, there is this magic moment between action and cut. Being spontaneous works for me... because I have this rush of emotions in between action and cut. And I cannot do the same shot again. The emotional graph of mine is very spontaneous. It is very alive at that moment."

"THINK, BELIEVE, MANIFEST. I believe in energy. The thoughts you think and the words you speak determine what you receive… If you let out negativity and frustration, it might calm you for that moment, but you’d never eventually be at peace… In other words, you can’t throw sh** all around and wonder why your life stinks… So think positive and be kind because the energy you emit will bounce back at you ultimately. Make sure you emit what you would like to receive. Some call it the law of attraction. Some call it Karma."

"I love the sound of the wind as it whispers 'sweet nothings' in my ears, The warmth of the sun that heals my soul and melts my fears, The rhythm of soft breeze, That makes my hair dance on its favourite track. And Oh, I love the touch of the waves That kiss my feet with a promise to be back!"

"If a woman is super successful, she is called a psychopath."

"They fight for you, then fight with each other, an unstoppable chaos, and it's not about you anymore, it's about them...Maybe it always was."

"Modeling is in my blood. My first love has always been modeling. But I got married to acting."

"Life is a series of thousands of tiny miracles.. notice them!"

"Today and Everyday all I Choose to be is..HAPPY!"

"I believe there's some strange luck that works in my favour. I have always been in extremely good company."

"Nothing, I love to be very happy. I never let my sadness, my tension come into my life. I always think positive, I always live life positive."

"I believe in inner beauty. It’s beauty within, it’s someone’s behaviour, the goodness in their soul make them beautiful and not otherwise. No cream, no face pack, no beauty product can make someone beautiful if he or she isn’t beautiful from inside."

"Actually, people talk a lot. Critics talk a lot. You have to live with both good and bad. It's not my job to shut anyone up. These days, all this doesn't affect me anymore. But people will say whatever they want. I don't get carried away. People troll me because I'm an emotional person. If you discuss about me, do it. I don't care. Because it's not that easy to hurt me."

"Many people have understood, known... I have said many times in many interviews that I will not do any more films unless I get something extremely attractive, extreme... I get a character that will leave a lasting impression on me, which I will regret for the rest of my life if I don't do... Then I will do it. Otherwise, I won't do the film."

"Every woman has the strength to conquer the world, both on screen and at home. Embrace your power and create your path to success. Home is where my heart is. It is essential for me to create a harmonious balance between my career and my duties as a homemaker."

"Initially I would get angry. But then you know that you are coming from a family that has always been in the public eye. This is a place where people are curious. You should become strong to face all of this. If these things affect you, you would sit and cry at home. And at times people just want to break. Initially I would get affected, but then you grow older and become mature."

"I like to study each character that I'm playing and spend time with it. I want to understand her mental strengths, her weaknesses, what triggers her and what makes her happy. To be able to get into the skin of the character, It's so important to feel like her. Studying cinema that has touched upon the subject, multiple readings and exploring the layers, is an important part of the process."

"I am so excited to be associated with Mohey, a brand that not only celebrates weddings but also, their brides and their individuality. Personally, I love weddings! I can feel the joy every wedding brings in the hearts of new brides, their families. It's important that the brides feel comfortable in their own skin and are their true self on their big day. This campaign beautifully encapsulates the #DulhanWaliFeeling and we hope it strongly connects with all the new brides."

"I used to be a fashion designer and was being appreciated for my work. I used to put all my thoughts into my work. My garments had motifs of birds and wings to depict freedom."

"For me acting is passion, emotion, and creating the character and the whole world around the character. We enjoy all that. Sleeping on time, eating healthy, you are what your lifestyle is."

"It is good to have healthy competition and be inspired by others, as all this helps you take up challenging roles. There are people who come from different backgrounds in this industry. In my case, my mom runs a play school, and Dad is into business. When I go home, conversation revolves around that and lot more topics other than cinema."

"I believe that this is the time when we youngsters should be more aware of politics than ever before because we have to keep our country in good hands."

"Even when we talk about such incidents, we still refer to them as 'victims'. Referring to them as survivors is a recent phenomenon. Most women are victimised by their families. In fact, I'd pick being murdered over being raped because of the stigmas associated with the latter."

"Casting couch is not just a man's fault. It is important to say this because we blame the other side always. If women are not willing to sleep for work, then they won't ask for it. A woman should have the confidence and say 'I believe myself and I won't sleep with anyone'... then casting couch will not exist."