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" I did a B.A. with a major in fine arts and a minor in psychology. I wanted to become a teacher or do art therapy for the elderly. But then I realised I wanted to travel instead. "

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" I think massage is a very important part of life, which is present from centuries as an imminent part of India's tradition. "

Nargis Fakhri

India

Life

Think

" I'm intrigued by traditional Indian designs. They are so beautifully handcrafted, and the designs are so intricate and beautiful. I really prefer the Indian designs. "

" I firmly believe that one of the best kept secrets to soft and glowing skin is moisturisation. "

" I would like to be more fit, but I don't think I will put on fat or gain weight for movie roles. I am not going to do that. "

" I knew that all South Indian language films were first made in Chennai and that Tamil Nadu is one of the biggest film-producing centres in the country. I wanted to be part of films here. "

" It's something I am confident about. It gives me an adrenaline rush - who wouldn't want want to wear beautiful clothes and jewellery and look wonderful - it's a dream job for many. "

" Every friendship is different because everyone's personality is different. "

" I always wanted to do a bit of Bollywood and a bit of Hollywood. "

" It took me just three months to pick up Hindi. I guess I'm a fast learner when it comes to languages. "

Nargis Fakhri

Three

" I have a variety of styles. I don't stick to one particular style. "

" I've experienced wrong diagnoses and been given antibiotics for things that could be cured naturally. We may not think much of it, but it destroys our immunity. "

" With Pakistan being in my blood, I would certainly look at opportunities to travel there. "

" Even though my parents separated, my mother was in love with my father and never re-married. "

" Dance is something which I like to do, but acting is my passion. I would like to do good and meaty roles. "

" I come from a culture where we wear white for weddings. In India, it's different. But I really feel that there should be no set notions, and a bride should only wear something when she's comfortable in it. "

" I am an independent, educated woman, I make my own money, take care of my mom, and I am single, so I can do whatever I want, taking no one's permission, and that is the best part. "

" I got a lot of offers after 'Rockstar' but was totally dependent on the team managing my work, who did not want me to sign any of the films I was offered, even though I wanted to. "

Nargis Fakhri

Want

Work

" I am not saying one is better than the other. I enjoy both. But Hollywood is far more organised than Bollywood. "

" My sister and I had a tough childhood, but my mom always said that travelling is the most beautiful thing you can do in your life. She always showed us the globe and gifted me an atlas. "

" I had to struggle with the language. I can understand Hindi now, but I still can't communicate. And things get lost in translation; I feel rejected all the time. "

" Hard work and dedication is important to success, and I have those qualities. "

" My motto is never to hold on to anything. I accept and then let go: not just the negatives, but the praise, too. Or it'll get to my head. "

Nargis Fakhri

Head

" When I was 12, my mum put us in a summer camp meant for children from low-income families. It was in upstate New York where we had to live in tents, fetch water, cook our meals, and even dig our own toilet bowls. "

" To kill yourself for earning a salary is not worth it. "

" I grew up in the projects in Queens, and we were really poor. "

Nargis Fakhri

Queens

Really

" One day, I will tell my story... where I came from and where I am now and how I remained positive. "

" In this hectic life, we have no time to take care of ourselves, hence massage is needed for rejuvenation and stress reduction. A lot of people are looking for quick fixes: like, they are taking medications, and they are doing other things which are not healthy. But massage is very holistic and natural. "

" Don't be surprised if you find me doing some charity work in another country. "

" I'm tired of the speculation about my personal life. "

" I like to take my own time, and I don't like to rush. I do take time, and I have patience. "