Priyamani

“Since my childhood, I have been watching Telugu films. It was always my dream to make it big here.”

“I am not into the number games but wish to do meaningful roles.”

“I was labelled a jinx. No one wanted to work with me. I was home for about six to eight months without any films. I did modeling. In fact, at one point, I contemplated quitting films. That's when director Ameer called me for 'Paruthiveeran' and I cannot thank him enough for it.”

“Acting opposite big heroes has worked well for my career. Hence, I have decided to do films that have top-notch actors as people take notice of my acting talent too.”

“I'm waiting for the 'Paruthiveeran' kind of roles.”

“I'm happy I got to share screen space with established actors such as Vikram, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan and still was noticed.”

“Shah Rukh is sweet. The experience to dance with SRK was lovely.”

“I have played mother many times in south films. And I really have no problem with it.”

“I have acted in all four film industries in the South. I speak all four languages because of my upbringing in various cities.”

“I wanted people to know I could play a glamorous role too.”

“It is always great working with friends.”

“I studied Hindi in school and that's come in handy.”

“I'm not into cliches like 'no time' for love. If I find the right person, I'll definitely find time.”

“I hope through 'The Family Man,' I get some good offers.”

“For an actress, the choices are more if one is open to the idea of doing films in different languages.”

“The tag of a 'National Award winner' earned me a lot of respect from a lot of people. I like that in a way.”

“You need to see what kind of offers come your way. Just because it is Bollywood, doesn't mean that you have to take it.”

“I want to direct a romantic comedy and want Sudeep to star in it.”

“Basically, I should feel at the end of the day that I am doing something worthwhile.”

“I will only do a Bollywood film if I am offered the main lead role.”