Sanya Malhotra

“I have realised that when you start thinking like the person you are playing, it gets easy to emote.”

“I came to Mumbai to participate in a dance reality show and thought that could be my ticket to Bollywood. Gradually, I discovered that acting is what I am more passionate about and that passion has helped my boat sail.”

“I don't like my work. I didn't like my work in 'Dangal,' and then in 'Photograph,' I was cribbing.”

“When I saw 'Badhaai Ho,' I felt I could have done certain scenes better.”

“Masala films are tough to pull off.”

“I am my own biggest critic. I never like what I do.”

“I like wearing nice clothes and dressing up. At the same time, I know that I can't be perfect all the time.”

“Everyone has to go through some ups and downs.”

“I was in the choreography committee of my college, and we used to have an annual production and participate in inter-school competitions.”

“Dancing does make you happy. It has helped me deal with the hardships in my life.”

“I want to really appreciate the work I do.”

“I can't choreograph myself. I tried doing that for 'Pataakha,' but I couldn't do it.”

“I grew up watching different kinds of shows and films and read so many different authors.”

“I'm working with great directors and actors, and I'm getting to learn so much about the process of acting. I'm extremely grateful for these experiences.”

“If my mind gravitates to a role, I take it up, regardless of the length.”

“You don't necessarily get the background of a character every time, So, you have to create it mentally and write about it. This is something I learnt from Geetanjali Kulkarni with whom I worked in 'Photograph.'”

“Honestly, when I am offered a film, I look at the story, character, director, producer and co-actors while giving a nod.”

“I love wearing brands and all but Sarojini Nagar is at a different league altogether. I used to go there every week, bargain and stuff my bag.”

“My sister is just three years older than me, but I never understood her, and I could never relate to her. In fact, I used to feel that I will never be able to like her. But when I came to Mumbai, I started missing her.”

“Personally, I am a very laid-back and a lazy person.”