Quotes from Nargis Fakhri

Stereotyping of any race or culture is narrow-minded, and I can't wait to help break the shackles.

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.

I believe that, as actors, we have a phenomenal platform to spread positivity and influence people in the same way.

In Bollywood, they like to put us in short clothes. And I am very shy; I don't like wearing revealing stuff, though my image is such. Unfortunately, it's a body-obsessed industry.

I like to wear jewellery, even though I like my look to be minimalist. When I go out for events, I like to have at least one statement piece. It always adds glamour.

I use coconut oil every single day. I apply coconut oil on my whole body for moisturising. The oil can also be used as make-up remover, as it is light-based and is not sticky.

If you feel like snacking, stock up on almonds, walnuts and cranberries.

I feel like an alien. I feel people don't like me. People behaved strangely after 'Rockstar.'

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.

For me, fashion means dare. I don't mind wearing a bikini. I am okay with it.

Some critics have been very harsh. That's okay. I like honest criticism.

I miss having my mom and close friends around. Thank God for Skype and Face-Time, which keep me connected… but interacting digitally can't come close to the feeling of being hugged by my mom or getting together for a meal with my friends on the same table.

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

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

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.

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

Drink lots of water and stay hydrated.

I don't think about it. I have always been linked up with everybody.

I'm usually always very happy and funny and positive. It's only when I'm tired that I get a little low energy.