I always advocate to young women that if we don't do this for ourselves, no one else is going to. We have to have a voice.

We're afraid of letting people see the glory of who we are.

I don't want to be a stereotype; I want a character that's aspirational.

I did not want to be the stereotype of either Bollywood or what Indian actors are usually offered. The exotic, beautiful girl, or the academically inclined nerd. And I wanted to play a lead... I didn't settle for less.

The joy of creating is the truest joy.

Strength of character is already written. What we bring, as an actor, is an almost 3D-ness to it.

Mary Kom is a woman who stood up alone in a male-dominated field and fought for her rights and what she believed in. Her story is an inspiration for every young person out there.