Quotes from Radhika Apte

There are hierarchies in B-Town regarding many things, not just gender. Men also go through a lot in this industry.

I don't see why I should be ashamed of my body. That's the one tool I use as a performer.

I did quite a lot of research for 'Phobia' because it's a very sensitive topic, so I couldn't have just faked it.

Mentioning the word 'menstruation' has always been a taboo in India. People always shy away from talking about menstruation hygiene, and the awareness about the topic is very dismal.

The menstruation taboo is ancient, and there are so many theories about it. For some, it is fear of blood, and for some, period blood is toxic. If you read the theories about menstruation, you might even laugh.

Initially, I did South Indian films because I needed the money; I had a huge student loan that I had to pay off. But I do feel that Marathi, English, and Hindi are what I'm more comfortable with.

As we know, menstrual hygiene is an issue women have been facing over the years. It's great that the initiative to provide low-cost sanitary napkins has been undertaken. It is an empowering step for many women.

I've always been interested in dance and want to be a trained contemporary dancer.

It is very important to transform every disadvantage into an advantage.

I'm an actor, and my main purpose is to bring out interesting stories to life. If it involves a cause that I can be a part of, I most definitely will.

I think jokes on colour or body shaming shouldn't be made. It's not funny to crack such jokes.

I have been brought up watching world cinema, and I have travelled a lot, so I am very comfortable with my body.

For an actor, it is necessary to vegetate and look for inspiration. I get that from travelling, meeting people, and observing things around me. I bring back my energy by gaining different experiences.

Look after all those lovely peculiarities in your face, your body, and yourself.

In a field like acting, there is pressure of all kinds, and it becomes tricky to navigate this space. There isn't a particular path laid out to get what you want; you have to figure out ways to get there on your own. And yet, there is no guarantee of getting what you want. At times, you don't know whom to listen to or whose advice to follow.

If you go to Canada or Los Angeles, you will get to see many South Asians there, but on screens, they are so less in number. It is abnormal not to have much South Asians on screens.

Sometimes you really make bad mistakes, and you want to go back and just erase them.

I did not come to Mumbai because I wanted to be a star. I came to Mumbai because I genuinely love acting, and it gives me a kick.

There is no set way of getting a role - you don't give an exam, score well, and then nail a film.

On certain days, it can get difficult, because acting is about being naked emotionally. There are days when you are feeling empty, but the scene demands you to go through a cathartic experience. That's why I like to know what my schedule for a particular film is beforehand.

A lot goes in my mind while choosing a role. Choosing unconventional roles is not a conscious decision. I choose the most exciting and challenging role from the options I have.

I can't have double standards, so I do what I believe in.

I don't follow norms in my life. They don't make sense to me. I do whatever I feel or what makes me happy and feels right.

You get negative comments even if you are not talking. So you can't be scared of negative comments from people.