Quotes from Amrita Rao

Playing a mature role was challenging for me.

I believe that we all have ambitions and we all want to achieve something. But the larger things in life that happen to us are already pre-meditated, pre-destined. So we should just romance life.

Sharing screen space with Mr. Bachchan was a dream come true.

I have read Geminis are peaceful, who have an eye for finer things. That ways, yes, I'm a true Gemini.

It feels great to be on the same pedestal as Madhuri Dixit.

I like watching Bengali film DVDs with sub-titles.

I do not see myself exposing and revealing. If there is a requirement for an item song or a special appearance song I might do it... if it is in the capacity of the film, if it is comfortable and suits me.

Before I go to bed I clean my face with a cleansing milk and cotton pads and then wash my face thoroughly with a foamy face wash. I apply a calamine lotion on my face and a medicated moisturizer on my face and neck. I repeat the same procedure after I wake up in the morning.

I never had any Godfather nor superstar boyfriends to piggy ride upon in the film industry.

Both my mom and dad were quite supportive. They never ever stopped me in realizing my dreams in the film industry.

While pursuing my Bachelors with Psychology in Sophia College, I auditioned for an advertisement for Fairever Face Cream. And to my surprise I was selected amongst the top contestant, which paved a way for me to take this profession sincerely.

Life surprises you. It happens to the best of actors, we have good and bad phases.

I had trained in Hindustani classical singing and my mother thought I could become a playback singer, but I always wanted to become an actor.

I have never chosen to comment on any piece of news about me.

I have been fortunate that my commercials became famous and the best directors have managed to work on my terms. I didn't have to chase anyone.

I have always been very choosy. I am very particular about banners and filmmakers. Everything has to be top-of-the-line; I have never compromised on that.

It wasn't a conscious decision to be bold or anything. It all depends on how different artists envision me.

I won't say I'm tired of playing the sweet girl next-door who looks at life each day with wide-eyed wonder. But I do crave for a change of image.

If 'Satyagrah' was supposed to be my last film I would look back and say it was a happy portfolio. But there is a feeling that I wish I could have done something better.

A lipstick and eyeliner and a powder compact can keep you looking fresh and attractive all day.

I'm constantly evolving. I can just say that I'm attuning myself to contemporary fashion, moulding myself to opportunities.

I love home cooked Mangalorean food with all our coconut based gravies with different sprouts.

Not many know, but the costumes of your character can really help you to get into the skin of the character.

'Welcome...' was a challenging role for me. Be it the look or the dialect, every bit of it was new and exciting.