Model

I have never been able to go against my instinct.

It is a sin if you come to Rajasthan and not have dal-baati and laal maans. I know it's a little heavy but I am okay doing extra push-ups in the gym than missing the droolworthy Rajasthani food.

One day, I'll open my own restaurant or do something related to food, though I can't cook to save my life.

There is something special about being an actor and able to bring somebody's visualisation - director, storywriter and script writer - into life. It is almost like creating a person.

Nothing much has changed after I joined the film industry. I follow the same diet and fitness routine that I used to during my modelling days.

The impact that you can leave on the other person through your films holds way more weight than just being seen at a party or any other appearance, or being seen at a freaking airport.

Luckily I'm blessed with decent genes. But, that can change anytime. I know that it's just not healthy to eat unhealthy. I do workout, and have gotten into quite a fixed routine of Pilates and strength training. And it's not so much about the weight, but also about being healthy.

Even something light, such as walking, jogging, cycling or swimming, and staying away from junk food is good enough to keep you healthy.

Box office success definitely matters. I will be lying if say it does not matter.

I signed 'Lucknow Central' because it was a story I wanted to be part of. I still stand by the fact that it was a well written, well directed film with some great performances.

Each film has taught me something new - be it about myself, my craft, my profession, people.

It's my life and I prefer choosing my path. I don't follow anyone else.

I'm open to different kinds of roles, characters and genres.

As part of being in the industry you do watch what others are doing. I think that's something good to do.

When I started with 'Cocktail,' I was trying to figure out if this was something I wanted to do.

It's partly true that I am not seen that often in public. Well, I'm just socially awkward, especially around people I'm not familiar with. But once you get to know me, I'm quite a chatterbox.

Cocktail' happened overnight for me. I didn't have the time to think about it, I suddenly got into films without even realising what I was doing.

I'm generally soft spoken, very measured, and I think 500 times before I say something.

Since I am not from a film family, I come with a different perspective. I come from a regular world. Of course, there's not always the help and assistance you'd get if you were from a filmi family, but I really didn't miss that.

I used to love doing the runway shows when I was a model and I miss that sometimes now. But it's great to go back to it every now and then as 'showstopper.'