I feel that Miss India is a stepping stone for anything you want to do, not just Bollywood.
— Manushi Chhillar
It's a good thing to get a break into the glamour industry.
People associate pageants with glamour, where there are celebrities walking on the ramp wearing beautiful gowns, heels and make-up - but that's just one aspect.
Delhi has a different vibe.
My school trip to Jaipur was the most memorable one as I tried many things for the first time.
I relate to 'Dangal' because of the way it presents the state's culture and how Haryanvi parents are. They might act strict, but will always motivate their children to do their best and will stand by them, always being emotionally connected to them.
Motherhood is the most beautiful thing that can happen to a woman.
I was a Science student and it is often believed that all those who study Science are only good in academics, so many students sent me messages saying how I have become an inspiration for them.
I have a friend in every country now.
I was always focused on my studies and wanted to be a doctor, but like every girl, I would also dream to be at a beauty pageant at least once in life.
I think it's okay not knowing what you want to become.
When you do what you love, you do not feel the pressure.
Three components - education, equality and empowerment - play an important and pivotal role in moving the country forward in every aspect.
My mother is my first role model. We have lived every dream together. The way she has balanced everything in life makes me want to be like her.
I told my parents that I wanted to work on menstrual hygiene because I believe a girl can achieve everything if she is healthy.
I think if you make others happy you are contented.
I would never rule out any opportunity completely. I'd be a fool to do that.
My aim has always been to win the Miss World title.
Jokes about my surname aren't a big deal at all. In fact, that's what jokes are meant for - you laugh and then forget about it.
I think more girls feel encouraged when women from their community do well. Especially in a place like Haryana, where people presume that women are looked down upon.
My studies and my journey to succeed in the glamour world will go simultaneously.
After becoming Miss World, I now have some idea of what goes on behind the camera, and that filmmaking is a tedious and time-consuming process.
Haryana has some beautiful places for film shoots.
Well, menstrual hygiene is a cause that is close to my heart.
My school has always encouraged students to participate in different competitions and it was my teachers who helped me overcome stage fear as I have always been a very shy person.
When other students would study after classes, I would go out again to work out and then study in the night.
Winning a beauty pageant and the Miss India title was always a dream.
At the Miss India competition, I didn't think I was going to win, I didn't know how to wear makeup, I did not have the most glamorous clothes. I was like a nerd who was put among glamorous, beautiful and talented girls, and I didn't know what I was doing.
Health and hygiene are a basic personal need for all.
Menstruation is a natural phenomenon and it is neither dirty, nor a taboo.
My project for menstrual hygiene is about empowering girls.
If you make someone feel better they are going to make others feel better.
I dream to be happy.
Miss World victory is something very personal to me.
I was always passionate about the Miss India pageant. Though I was a medical student, I never had a plan B. I dont want to regret anything in life, so it was really important for me to win this competition.
I lived the journey of Miss India for one month with beautiful girls from 29 other states from across the country, and then lived another month-long journey with girls from 120 countries for Miss World.
When I was in Class XI, I started preparing for medical college, and after that, the Miss India pageant.
Trying mirchi vada was like an achievement for me as it's too spicy!
Haryana has supported me throughout my journey. I have received immense love and support from here.
The relationship between a mother and child is more than just give and take; it is magical.
As Miss World 2017, and even later in life, I'd like to take health and hygiene to everybody.
To me, my mother is very beautiful and the epitome of a woman. She knows how to balance a busy professional life with family life.
As a medical student, you have to study every day. You can't cover the syllabus by studying for a few nights before your exam.
As students, it's important that irrespective of whatever you are doing, you educate yourself, as that gives you certain standing in public.
When I was at the Miss India competition, I was just trying to learn. It was all very new for me, and I was wondering where do I fit in. But it is about enjoying the whole journey.
It is fundamental when you are a doctor for a good doctor-patient relationship.
I've always looked up to Dr. Reita Faria, the first Asian to win the Miss World crown. Despite many offers from the glamour industry, she followed her passion and went on to become a gynaecologist.
When I took admission in a medical college, I found that apart from the lack of education, what stopped girls from menstrual management was a limited access to sanitary pads.
I think everyone can make a difference, I think even smiling at someone in the morning can make her day.
I had the opportunity to work with the one and only Ranveer Singh. It was a great experience for me because his energy and whole aura is so infectious that just keeps you going.
