I didn't always know that I want to be an actor, but I always knew I wanted to be famous in anything that I do.
— Kubra Sait
The credit of my good upbringing goes to my mother, who's not only been a single parent to my brother and I, but she's also been 'our' manager for the longest time. Our father, on the other hand, remained elusive and away from the family for most part of our lives, which left a certain void but also made us creative and reflective.
Vicky Kaushal is a shining example of what happens when you do good work consistently. Rajkummar Rao, Radhika Apte are other examples.
Don't be hungry when you go shopping, but don't overeat, either.
I may be an aspiring actor, but I am also a realist.
When I told people in Dubai that I am going to leave my job here and head to Mumbai, they were convinced that I will not survive in the dust, grime, pollution.
I love acting, so I don't feel that I have ever struggled.
I am a very positive person.
I still celebrate the day when I first met Shah Rukh Khan. One can't just have a crush on him: he is a person whom you love.
I wouldn't necessarily wear what everybody is wearing unless it makes me feel good.
It was only after a visit to a learning centre, where they taught me public speaking, that my personality emerged.
I grew up listening to Hindi music, ghazals and all.
I've had people call me and tell me, 'You've given me courage.' It's fantastic... it's heart-warming to know you can be a ray of hope in somebody's life.
Transgender doesn't need to imply loud.
Let each person have a chance to be who he or she wants to be. Only then can we be considered a truly liberated nation.
It's like suddenly the canvas of my life has been cleared, and a completely new picture is painted. That's how I've been feeling ever since 'Sacred Games' was streamed.
I started playing small roles, but it's the stage that I enjoy the most, as that's where I can entertain people.
Mum's always been a go-getter and passed on the same values to us. From starting her own supermarket to learning new things and staying updated on technology and applications, she's always constantly learning and growing as a person. So, I didn't have to look outside the house for a role model because my mum was right there, ambitious and driven.
The #MeToo movement is not about shaming people; it's about what we plan to do now on to make things more liveable for our women.
I am constantly looking around asking for tips from my co-actors. I want to learn as much as I can and as fast as I can.
Fashion, to me, is being individualistic.
Salman was an amazing human being. There are lot of things about him for years, but he's one of the most genuine, helpful guys out there. There's Salman Khan the superhero, and there's that gentle guy who pulls out a charcoal pencil and comes up with some soulful, pure art pieces.
Whatever comes in my way, I take it with smile.
In the world we live in, where we say we need equality, we don't think highly of ourselves. We don't give much importance to ourselves. We are cheerleaders of equality, but how much do we believe in it? Because if you do, then you will be the voice of change.
I do not believe in struggle. Struggle is a state of mind.
When I was younger, all I wore was ill-fitting corduroys with large shirts and caterpillar shoes.
I believe in classics. I like keeping it simple, whether its colours, cuts, or the outfits I wear.
An introvert as a child, I spent most of my younger years being bullied for my name. It took its toll on me, and by Class VI, I couldn't even have a proper conversation with anyone.
I usually Netflix when I'm on the treadmill.
I am looking at acting in a different way now. I always looked at it as equity to build the other things I was doing; now, I consider it a career.
It took me seven years to even comfortably say that I'm an actor.
Whom we love, how we love... how can the State decide that for us?
'Sacred Games' will take Indian visual content to another level.
I didn't think acting would be a lucrative career.
Sometimes when you look at life really closely and you realise that things are not as smooth or as kind as they should be, then you create a world outside that matches up to your expectations or matches up to your beliefs. That's the kind of world both my brother and I have created for ourselves through stage and through entertainment.
I have worked really hard to get to where I am, and I like it when I read praise, and I get upset when I read bad messages. It's all part of being human.
Don't overspend. Have budget days and splurge days.
Our mother always raised the bar and believed in us. I am glad she made the sacrifices she did, and we honoured her sacrifices.
There's no formula for success in Bollywood, whether you are sharing screen space or getting the ultimate launch.
People choose to struggle when people don't want to relax. Sometimes it is not on your side. Relax; calm down. No matter how hard the waves are, you will float on the ocean.
I am very tomboyish.
'Sacred Games' is a huge milestone in my career, as I have never received such fame, attention, and success in my life.
Smile from your heart; nothing is more beautiful than a woman who is happy to be herself.
I like to keep my mind and physical state alert.
I loved Shaggy and Eminem.
There's heart and soul in everyone, and we need to respect people's choices.
I plan to take time out and read, learn, and absorb more about acting.
One may assume that playing a transgender is different, but I'm simply playing a third gender. Why should it make my acting process any different?
I have to thank Nawazuddin for being such a wonderful co-star and a supportive actor.
Asking questions is the first way to begin change.
