Quotes from Tamannaah

I can't titillate the audience just for the sake of doing it.

It doesn't matter about the length of the role. I don't do films for the number of scenes. I go for the quality of my character in the film and the impact that I will have.

I don't want to act in a preachy movie just because that is more sensible. I don't watch that kind of cinema.

Your shoes and bags don't need to match always. It's perfect to be mismatched, too.

I think glamour is a perception, and I am not against it.

I have changed a lot as a person coming into showbiz and meeting a cross section of people from all walks of life; it was an amazing experience. But that's the privilege I had of being early into showbiz.

I cannot do more than two films at a time. I like to have a life besides films. That is very important to me.

I don't think I need to wear a bikini to attract the audience. I will not do that.

No matter what kind of film one makes, it boils down to whether it's good or not.

Film is not just about the art form but also how it fares at the box office.

Yes, I charge a certain remuneration fee, and yes, producers do pay me that sum. But if I didn't deserve it, why would somebody pay me an exorbitant amount?

Every actor, male or female, is paid what he or she is worth. There is no inflated sum or underpaying in the industry.

Being appreciated for playing a female warrior seems too good to be true. I enjoy playing such empowered roles, and on a related note, that's why I agreed to become the brand ambassador for the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign.

Making a mark becomes more challenging when you are a part of a multi-starrer. But I like that.

I am pleased about making a comeback in Bollywood, but then I really cannot think about leaving South Indian cinema. Whatever I am today is because of South films, and I cannot give up on that.

When it comes to a character, I make sure that it adds to the plot.

While it feels good to be compared to someone like Sridevi, it's also a lot of pressure.

Humshakals totally exist. In fact, I was on one of these social networking websites, and I noticed that there is this entire research done on Hollywood celebrities who look like each other.

For me, watching a movie is an experience where I can go, eat popcorn, and enjoy with my friends and family. I want to be a part of cinema that entertains people.

I don't wear clothes that I am not comfortable with - clothes will not get you popularity.

Criticism is important for an actress, and it depends on how you take it. I take it positively and try to learn from it.

I'm a die-hard foodie; I'm the girl next door post pack-up, and my best friends aren't from the industry.

I have always been inspired by Hrithik, and he's the very reason I got into the entertainment industry. I am an avid dancer, and Hrithik is a demigod when it comes to dance.

Despite a good subject if the director is not up to the mark, the execution can go wrong.