There may be 10 odd things which I want to do as an actor, and we get an opportunity also, but I need to be sure whether the person I am trusting or the role that I am relying on - is it the correct one?
— Yami Gautam
I have always been a fan of Kajol Ma'am. The way she portrayed Zooni's character in 'Fanaa' is etched in my memory. I have watched the film several times, and each time I have learnt something new from her performance.
South India has beautiful villages.
Hindi films are so deceptive. I thought Mumbai was this big, grand, beautiful city with sea-facing flats.
My hair is naturally straight, and I maintain its texture. My weekly indulgence is an egg-white and olive oil hair mask that deep-conditions and adds incredible shine.
I'm a believer in home-made recipes and concoctions, so I stick to natural or herbal products as much as I can. I also meditate regularly to de-stress.
I generally like to wear my hair down, preferably with soft curls. But when I'm having a bad hair day, I like to wear my hair in French braids or fishtail braids.
I feel, even if someone is blessed with good hair, one needs to follow the basic hair care regime, and that means investing in the correct shampoo, conditioner, and mask.
There were a lot of offers before 'Vicky Donor,' but I wanted to wait for the right opportunity.
When I go out and I see the genuine appreciation from the people, that's a big thing for me.
As an actor, I don't want to do something which I have already done before.
One should know their body types well to experiment with trends.
'Vicky Donor' proved that the audience was waiting for well-scripted funny films.
There is failure in every industry; there is failure in every step. It's just that we are working in an industry where everything is just out there; that is why it looks so magnified. But failure is a part of life.
We travel a lot and don't get enough time to spend with our family, and so we have to take our pictures, videos, also bother about things like which are the HD quality phones. So I'm very much a part of these typical things.
I'm the only one responsible for the choices I make and the opportunities I get. When you read the script, you don't know how it's going to shape up. You just know what you've been narrated.
'Sanam Re' is an amalgamation of an emotional love story and a visual treat.
You need a director, a script, and a role to justify a risk.
I don't look forward to anything. I take things as they come.
It's a coincidence that most of the films I have done are to do with social causes.
My grandfather started a school for the underprivileged in Chandigarh, and that is why we moved from Himachal to Chandigarh. It was a small school, where even I would teach while in school.
I make my own face exfoliant at home, using finely ground rice powder mixed with milk or yogurt. I also treat my skin to a honey, rose water, glycerine and lemon face pack. The honey moisturises, and the lemon removes impurities.
There have been failures in the past, and I know there will be in future as well. But I have learnt from them.
I believe in nourishment and having a balanced diet. I avoid bingeing and try and eat healthy, especially lots of amla, and drink lots and lots of water.
It's a great opportunity when one gets something new to grasp, and I feel we should just grab it.
I started my career with television, and whatever work I did was keeping the content as my topmost priority. Same goes with the movies: I never grabbed any work!
You can never predict a hit or a flop, but it's about what you are happy doing as an actor. Every actor comes with his or her own mindset.
I love feminine soft shades for summers - I like pastels and bright hues, too. I like summer dresses and tank tops; I think they never go out of style. As much as I'm happy with Western wear for red carpet and social dos, I also like Indian ethnic wear for special occasions.
I love the way Tyra Banks dresses up - she looks so elegant and glamorous in whatever she wears. The confidence and attitude she exudes on and off the ramp is remarkable.
Consciously picking the right script after a long period of wait helped me grab a perfect film in the rom-com genre.
Even though 'Vicky Donor' was a huge success, I have had one or two films which have not done well, but that's all right.
I'm there on all the social networking sites, as it plays an important role.
When I get to work with someone like Prabhu Dheva at the beginning on my career, why would I say no?
It is very difficult to work in another language, and it is also very challenging.
I have never anticipated success. I choose work, give it my best shot, and leave it.
It's not just about achieving success; the journey is equally important for me.
I was born in Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh, as my parents are both pandits from there. But I was brought up in Chandigarh.
No matter how long my day has been, I never forget to remove my make-up and slap on some intensive moisturiser before I go to bed.
Whatever I have done so far has led me to 'Kaabil.' It is a big opportunity for me to establish myself more commercially. It is a huge platform.
I use egg whites and an olive oil-based hair mask that deep-conditions the hair and adds incredible shine.
Learning is always great!
You can't tag me as a regional actress.
I do not want to do a role which is similar to the previous one or the concept and the genre.
When I look back at my past mistakes, I realise that there were times when I wasn't myself, and that's why certain styles did not work well for me.
I intend not to do an item song ever. I find the term 'item songs' bizarre. I do not want to comment on its presence and its popularity, but I would rather avoid it.
India-Pakistan war and romance have always been sensitive issues for film-makers in both the countries.
For fitness, I've just bought a watch which keeps a track of how many calories I burn, what's my heart rate, which is very fascinating.
I'm not a gadget freak.
I take full pride in the fact that I'm from Chandigarh.
