Quotes from Radhika Apte

When in doubt, always wear black.

I love to travel and go to dance classes whenever I get time.

I don't know why, but I can't get myself to like animal prints.

People who exploit their power and abuse others need to be revealed.

When I was really young, I was obsessed with Bollywood. Then I got exposed to world cinema, and I wanted to be a part of it. Then I was exposed to theatre, and I only wanted to do theatre.

Certain people get an opportunity because they happen to be in the right place at the right time. It has no bearing on their talent. I don't think we should look at it and feel bitter about it. That's the way the cookie crumbles in all professions.

A brand should live up to the expectations of people; it should deliver what it promises.

There is a pressure on actresses to look in a certain way. Like, when I have to go out for promotion or interviews, I have to choose designer wear.

It is extremely important for one to face their fears and live a bold life.

I understand that when you become a public figure, people pay more attention to you, but my personal life is my space.

I'm friends with all my contemporaries.

I will do a big-budget film. I will do an indie film. I will do a short film. I will do a digital platform show, television, and even theatre. I don't have any restrictions in terms of platform as long as the content is something that I find interesting.

My memories mean a lot to me, and I hold them close to my heart.

Gender discrimination is not the only form of discrimination one has to deal with.

Why are we only talking about gender discrimination. We need to focus on the other kinds of discriminations in practice.

I did 'Padman' not only because of its social message. I did it because it was a good story.

Even if you are born with a silver spoon, you have to work hard. I mean, you could be offered films on a platter, but if you don't get up in the morning and learn your lines, it is not going to work.

I usually take up short films when I am not tied up with feature films. Short films are easier to work on... because it doesn't take much of your time. The number of shoot days are lesser as compared to feature films.

You need to learn to say no and need to recognise when you're being exploited.

The thing is, if one person recognises you and takes a picture, then four other people who don't even know you want to do the same.

I don't like people recognizing me all around the world. I really don't like that, as it's breach of my privacy.

The image of an actor plays a huge role in deciding if he or she can experiment with roles.

I feel that discrimination and hierarchy is something that people have to face constantly.

Though I have achieved a little bit in my career, I have to continue working hard.