Whether it's Hollywood or Bollywood, sexual harassment is a reality. I've experienced it first-hand, and I know many of my counterparts have as well.
— Shenaz Treasury
I do not take up films where I have nothing to do.
I wrote what it was like growing up as a female in India, and I got two and a half million shares, and people came up to me and thanked me for speaking up.
TV and appointment viewing is a thing of the past for the youth.
We live in a world where people consume most of their information on the cell phones. Anyone promoting a film or TV series is well served if they can create an active social media experience. It's the reality of the modern world.
A troll is only as powerful as your response to them. Once you respond to them or let them instigate you, then you've given them power.
Comfort is key for me.
I'm fun, vibrant, and full of energy.
I am not a multi-tasker. When I do one thing, I fully concentrate on it and leave the other thing aside.
We know so many people who have gone into the family business even when they had no interest in it because that was the easiest choice. I feel this is a huge debate in India because it applies to every field and not just Bollywood.
Nepotism exists - not just in Bollywood but in every profession in India.
Brands started calling me out of the blue as I racked up over 5 million views on YouTube. And now I make my living being what they call a 'lifestyle and travel influencer.'
I know I'm in a 'jack of all, master of none' situation, but I like it that way.
I encourage people to take the road less travelled, explore the abundant off-beat locations. Take road trips, soak in some breathtaking experiences, and enjoy the scenic landscapes that our country has to offer.
It is really sad, as Delhi is our capital and one of the most beautiful places in India, but if a city can't make its women feel safe, then everything else is worthless.
Being just an actor would be quite frustrating.
Working on a film is different from working in an office. You spend 16-hour days together; you share stories and become really close. But, when you finish shooting, you don't see each other again.
Women should be able to choose where they want to work in the industry and how they want to be represented on screen.
I'm excited to play any character that is based in reality. And I'd be even more excited if I can add a comic element to my role.
I have had experiences where the director has asked me to meet for a drink or to come party with him or just to 'hang out.' I have lost some roles because I refused to go to Madh Island to hang out.
I watch everything online... I consume so much media through Instagram and Facebook, too.
My followers consistently engage with my content and rely on my recommendations for making decisions about where they travel or how they spend their leisure time. There's no space for trolls.
Most trolls are seeking attention by trying to get a response. So best is to ignore.
I don't like travelling in groups. I like doing my own thing. I am quite a loner, actually.
I started doing American films and TV before Priyanka, but of course I do small roles in big films, and I don't have the publicity machine working around me.
I have worked for everything. I am self-made and proud of it.
When I was a teenager, I wanted to be a screenplay writer or a photographer. First question people asked me: 'Who do you know? Any contacts?'
The different foods and cultures and geography and art - I could spend my lifetime traveling around India and still not fully know it.
Whatever money I made, I did not buy an apartment or a car: I bought plane tickets and hotels and experiences.
I have grown to understand that no matter where we come from, human beings, at heart, are the same. Defining ourselves based on race, religion, and ethnicity is like betraying that.
From avoiding littering to encouraging local economy, there is a lot each one of us can do that will go a long way in keeping the country's cultural legacy intact.
I first came to Delhi with my parents when I was 15 years old. We went to see the Red Fort, and I was walking behind my parents, and some guy who was walking along touched me inappropriately. I screamed, but he was acting so cool about it. I did not create any further scene and left.
I make money not so much from acting but my travelogue.
I believe in accepting whatever life offers with a laugh. So if things are dark and terrible, I try to find the funny side to it. Probably that's why I gravitate towards comedy.
I hate when they portray women as just sex symbols in short skirts, running around playing dumb. I refuse to watch such films or be in such films.
I do like playing smart women who can be sexy and are taken seriously.
There are Harvey Weinsteins in all walks of life, and especially in the entertainment industry where the power balance is tilted in favour of men.
I don't think people watch too much TV anymore. I don't.
The pictures I take are not regular selfies. I give people a sneak peek into culture and lifestyles and experiences from around the world.
Travelling by myself is always more of an adventure: I meet more people. I experience the place to the fullest. I'm on my own schedule.
I try to travel light.
For acting, once I am doing a movie, I am fully into that. But I am not one to chase films. When it comes, it comes.
It's boring to be a poser.
We live in a very classist society, and it's sad and depressing.
India is gorgeous. There is no country in the world as stunning and versatile as India.
I would love to do more Indian films.
Everyone thinks living abroad is fun... The ideal life. Take it from me - it's tough.
I have travelled across several countries and continents, but India holds a special place in my heart since every single state has something unique to offer.
I never wanted to be famous; that was not my dream. I just like being creative.
When you meet people you've previously worked with, it's definitely comfortable.
