I had never dreamt Id become an actress. It was destiny that put me in the right place at the right time and gave me the right opportunities.

I wish my nose was smaller and that I was a little taller. I also had this perennial pimple problem, so I felt people were just being polite when they said I was beautiful.

Women need to be empowered through the strongest tool - education. They don't need to be subservient to anyone, but at the same time, men must change their mindset towards women. If they are more respectful towards them, then things will change at the grassroots level. It will happen slowly, but everyone has to move together.

Mumbai is like Manhattan. Theres a certain pace, a social life and the thrill of a professional life.

I had never dreamt Id become an actress. It was destiny that put me in the right place at the right time and gave me the right opportunities.

I've been a staunch advocate of women's empowerment, and I've worked hard throughout my career to advance the cause. It is heartening to see that gender equality is really becoming more of a reality. There is still much more to be done, and I'm confident that, by working together, we can empower women worldwide.

Age is just a number, and your talent will never fail you. It has no expiry date.