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All Quotes by author - Fatima Sana Shaikh

" After so many years of rejection, I felt acting would have to become a hobby rather than a full-time profession. "

" Although I started off as a child artist, I left acting in between, as I felt that I was missing the fun of school days. But a little later, I became keen on acting again and started going for auditions. "

" At one point, I had lost my confidence as an actor, and working again was tough. I started stammering due to lack of confidence. It took time, but things became better. "

" I auditioned 5-6 times for 'Dangal.' I was just waiting for the final call, as there were about 15-16 girls who auditioned for the role. "

" I faced many ups and downs, like any other actor: not getting through auditions or even worse - getting shortlisted and not being selected. Most actors go through the process. "

" I found it more challenging to act in a small scene, especially if it has no dialogue and if it is a close-up with only expressions. "

" I had given up on acting because I would go for auditions every day, but nothing would happen. "

" I have always been a movie buff and had no interest in any games and sports. I do not even watch cricket, which is one of the favourite games of most of my friends. However, I have become a wrestling fan after 'Dangal.' "

" I started auditioning but at times would feel depressed, as I would get shortlisted but never received the final call. Only when the commercials were released would I come to know that I was not selected. "

" I thought of learning cinematography, so I assisted a cinematographer for an ad. "

" I tried my hand at photography and worked with a studio for six months. "

" I was about to give up acting when I got the call about being short-listed for 'Dangal.' "

" I was not getting work, even after auditioning for films. So I started working in a studio as a photographer; I assisted a cinematographer for two ads. I was thinking that I will get into photography or cinematography or assist someone. But then the 'Dangal' offer came, and I was busy with the auditions. "

" I was very young during 'Chachi 420' and don't remember much now. "

" Kids and adults are treated differently on sets. Being a kid, you can get away with anything, and it looks cute. But as an adult, it's a whole new journey. "

" Shah Rukh Khan is the love of my life. I love Aamir Khan also. "

" When I was a kid, I didn't know how I got into acting. "

" When I was growing up, I thought I was getting bored of acting, so I left that. Then after a few years, I started missing it. I left my studies mid-way, and I used to give lots of auditions. "

" When such acting powerhouses take note of your work and express their appreciation, it is an overwhelming feeling. I could not believe it when Rishi ji tweeted. Then Amitji and Rekha ma'am sent handwritten letters, which I have read more than fifty times. 'Dangal' is a very special film for me, and these are my lifetime treasure. "

" When you are doing a long scene, you have dialogue and interaction to narrate the character. But making sense out of facial expression and reacting is difficult. Having said that, I think such challenges are good for learning. "

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