Quotes from Diana Penty

I remember my dad bought me my first phone when I finished school. I was a fresher in college, and at that time, it was mainly to keep a track of what I was doing and where I was going.

The bonds of friendship that I forged in my college days are still going strong.

I've always tried very hard to gain weight since I was very young.

When I come to Delhi, what's on my mind is food. I've Parsi and Goan genes, which basically means foodie genes.

I'm open to different kinds of roles, characters and genres.

I think gadgets make for good gifts.

Cocktail' happened overnight for me. I didn't have the time to think about it, I suddenly got into films without even realising what I was doing.

It's very important to keep yourself fit when you are young. Many people take youth for granted and start taking care of their health only as they get older.

I'm grateful to have the things that I have, and I've learnt not to take anything for granted.

A thriller or an action movie would entice me. A sportsperson or a musician's biopic sounds exciting, too.

When the audience appreciates your film, that's the happiest feeling for an actor because at the end of the day, you are making a film for them. When they like it and appreciate it, you feel your work is done.

Luckily I'm blessed with decent genes. But, that can change anytime. I know that it's just not healthy to eat unhealthy. I do workout, and have gotten into quite a fixed routine of Pilates and strength training. And it's not so much about the weight, but also about being healthy.

One day, I'll open my own restaurant or do something related to food, though I can't cook to save my life.

The impact that you can leave on the other person through your films holds way more weight than just being seen at a party or any other appearance, or being seen at a freaking airport.

I am hoping good roles will come my way after the success of 'Happy.'

I grew up in South Mumbai and I am a total homebody, so I was not seen around. I guess that's the reason many believed that I wasn't Indian or can't speak Hindi.

Films are not a part-time job. They take months to make and require long-time commitment; so, you can't do a half-hearted job.

I am quiet and reserved.

I signed 'Lucknow Central' because it was a story I wanted to be part of. I still stand by the fact that it was a well written, well directed film with some great performances.

I like to do some research and learn about the destination before I travel there. I read up on its history, culture and food, which is most important. Being informed makes the travel so much better.

I have never been able to go against my instinct.

I like to keep my close people private because I respect their privacy as well. That's my train of thoughts. I'm very fiercely protective of the people that I love the most.

It is a sin if you come to Rajasthan and not have dal-baati and laal maans. I know it's a little heavy but I am okay doing extra push-ups in the gym than missing the droolworthy Rajasthani food.

I would like all the trolls to look at their bodies instead of trolling others. What is ironic is the fact that it is easy to criticise sitting behind your computer, in complete anonymity, about other people. on the basis of their appearances but very difficult to introspect and look within themselves.