Back in England, a girl with thick black hair, dusky skin and big brown eyes will turn heads. It is vice versa in India.
— Amy Jackson
My parents came from lower-class British backgrounds. But they worked hard and, without formal education, made it where they are today.
When it comes to the New Year, I make it a point to catch my mum and dad awake before the clock strikes 12. Then, I celebrate the night with friends.
I think definitely 'Robot 2' is a milestone in my career.
Action was something I really wanted to do and will continue doing it in future as well, but at the same time, I know dancing and songs are huge part of Bollywood, and it will be my top priority to excel in that.
When 'I' released, I gave a couple of interviews in which I expressed my interest to play an action heroine.
I love horse-riding - I have three back home in the U.K.
Pond's is a name that everyone is familiar with, and I know that I can trust them when it comes to skincare.
I'm taking dance lessons and getting stuck in. It's a great way of keeping fit, and it's obviously a big part of Bollywood movies, so I need to learn.
Learning Indian mannerisms, how to wear saris, and the language were a challenge.
Hindi is far easier a language to pick up than Tamil.
I would say Nawaz is my lucky charm.
Completely overwhelmed, it is huge project to be working on 'Singh Is Bliing.' How everyone is enjoying the film is everything to me. Definitely, it is the biggest milestone of my career.
I actually didn't find too many differences between B-town and the south. The difference lies in the temperature. I was shooting when it was 45 degrees Celsius in Chennai; Mumbai is cooler.
I had to pinch myself. I got the call and didn't expect it. And right up 'til nearly the end of filming, I was thinking, 'Am I actually doing a film with Akshay Kumar?' because I was a massive Akshay Kumar fan before, and the first film that I ever watched was his and Katrina's film, 'Namastey London.'
When I'm not shooting, I like to spend time with friends and family.
It's not easy, but I'm really enjoying what I am doing. One day I am in Chennai, the other in Mumbai, then in Coimbatore. But I love my job, and I am really passionate about my work.
Going to India to do a film is not an everyday affair. I thought I would do that one movie to show my grandchildren when I am 60.
My favourite thing to wear is a saree.
When you have Khiladi Kumar on one side and Thalaiva on the other, you have to know your stuff well.
As a performer, I want to push my boundaries and try different roles.
'Singh Is Bliing' came up to me as my dream role.
I just don't do the treadmill; I hate that. I do Pilates and yoga. I've recently joined aerial Pilates; you're in the air and with straps. It's crazy fun.
When I was 17, my sister and I used to drive back from school in her car and sing the Spice Girls' chartbusters from the '90s at the top of our voices.
Like most girls, I suffered from pimples, too. I tried dozens of treatments but was never satisfied with any.
For my first Bollywood movie, 'Ekk Deewana Tha,' my mum also came over because Mumbai was completely new to me, and I'd heard it's a huge city.
My dad did a radio show. I was on it when I was seven. So now you know that the showbiz bug bit me really early.
Working with Shankar is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
I fell in love with Nawaz on-screen after watching 'Gangs of Wasseypur.' So my love story starts with him from there. I was quite nervous to act alongside him. He is an excellent actor.
I'd be getting texts from my mates saying they'd just got into a club in Liverpool with a fake ID, and what was I doing? I'd have just finished a 20-hour day and be sitting in a hotel room, starving.
The industry is big, and if I get an interesting role, I will take it up.
Bollywood is very structured and organised, but Kollywood and Tollywood can be quite spontaneous, and I enjoy that.
I love a mix of kickboxing, gym, yoga, Pilates, horse riding, and dancing. I also do skinny rappelling, which is a quick cardio workout with music and lighting, so it's fun.
I was only 16 when I was selected for 'Madrasapattinam.' I celebrated my 17th birthday on the set of the film. That was the first time I had travelled to India, and it was a rollercoaster ride. I soon fell in love with the country.
India has introduced me to my ultimate passion - acting. I don't plan to give it up, and I intend to stay here for a long, long time.
I love art and finding different bits and bobs for the apartment; so, I'm adding all my personal touches to the house.
Rajinikanth is an absolute legend to work with. Imagine meeting him every day and spending time with him on the set. Sharing the frame with him is a lifetime experience; there's a reason he is called a legend.
I am open to any good script and the character I can do justice to.
It is ridiculous - like a mad whirlwind... it's mad that I'm so famous.
Now that I've moved to Mumbai, I should perhaps get a horse. It'll be a nice escape from my everyday life.
I look forward to Pond's products to deliver better skincare for girls everywhere.
At home, I'm just Amy, but in India, I get mobbed.
Bombay is different to Liverpool, or anywhere, really.
Acting is my passion, but I like hosting shows, too.
I have become like a rhinoceros - thick-skinned - all the gossip about my numerous affairs does not bother me anymore.
Who wouldn't want to date Salman?
If my role in a film is meaty, and I get a good song along with it, then why not?
I can't believe all this is happening to me, but I am definitely here to stay. And I am happy to be in Indian cinema.
I love my pets, and I'm a big animal lover. I also enjoy the nature and countryside.
I like to do a lot of research for my films and live my character.
