Himani Shivpuri

“In fact, a lot of saas-bahus of today share a distinctive bond of support and understanding. I do feel that's the way it should be.”

“The most challenging part of being an actor is that every time you play a character, you have to start from ground zero.”

“Normally, people would spend thousands to watch a trashy film in a multiplex, but not shell out a few bucks to watch a play. But in bigger cities, we are more likely to find a bigger section of people who would want to watch a play.”

“Theatre offers live interaction with the audience, unlike in movies and TV serials.”

“It makes me very happy to see the enthusiasm that youngsters have these days to pursue acting.”

“Theatre was and will always be my first love.”

“Whenever the hero and heroines met, they couldn't go beyond a point. They would just hold hands and consummation or kissing would be two flowers meeting or a bumblebee hovering over a flower. In 'Kaagaz Ke Phool,' even though their love was strong, the couple never touched.”

“As an actor, the whole process of shooting for movie or television is so artificial though the final product may be extremely realistic to the viewer.”

“The taste of street food in north India can't be found in Mumbai.”

“Theatre remains my first and last love and even when I am noot doing plays, I am associated with it in some way. For instance, I go to Mumbai University as a visiting faculty and talk about the medium.”

“You cannot force any woman to do anything against her will, using your power.”

“I enjoy watching regional cinema; they have always been my favorite.”

“Yaar, television has become a very exhausting medium for actors now. It's like you are racing against time in the race for TRPs, which can be very saturating.”

“I willingly gave up many assignments in films, TV and endorsements, which were far more economically lucrative, for the sake of theatre as I am really passionate about it.”

“In theatre, the uglier you are, the better actor you are.”

“A good play can teach so much about culture. One can also improvise a lot with the medium and use it to teach kids.”

“A story should be good and characters should be well-rounded.”

“If I like the story, I will not shy away from stepping into any medium.”

“I played the role of Mitro in 'Mitro Marjaani' which was directed by Mr. B. M. Shah and it was really amazing because for the first time in Indian theatre, was a woman portraying someone who is bold about her physical needs and is proud of her body.”

“I have acted in over 50 films and 15 daily soaps, but the thrill I feel while performing for my home audience is unparalleled.”