Quotes from Nikita Dutta

You can prepare a list of the qualities you would want in your ideal partner and fall in love with someone totally opposite.

I always prioritize quality over quantity of work.

With 'Gold,' it was a very simple girl, and in 'Kabir Singh,' it's more of a glam role. That's my aim: I want to experiment as much as I can. These two are very small areas of experimentation.

It's not always about playing the lead. It's also about being associated with an important and good film.

I think ratings are something that shouldn't bother you. At the end of it, you should be happy with what you are doing.

I can never hold a grudge against anyone, even if I know that he has done something wrong to me.

I was on bed rest because of a fracture for about three months. 'Kabir Singh' happened immediately after that. So it was a good way to get back to work after a break.

Selfie is referred to the new age 'autograph' for our fans nowadays! Also, I like clicking selfies.

Not only in our family, where our relatives keep putting us down, but even in this modern urbanized culture, we girls put our fellow girls down by judging them.

It feels great pleasure and honour to be associated with a film like 'Gold.' I have always believed in meaningful cinema, and this movie was one such opportunity.

I love the way Shah Rukh Khan host awards. He's the one person that I look up to.

The thing is, comparison and pressure have no boundaries. There will be comparison with your co-star, with the films that are releasing with your film.

There are two sides always - when something works, it is hailed, but when something doesn't, it is all criticism.

As a person, I don't feel insecure about most things in life. From relationships, friendships to work, I am quite at peace in my head.

My brain has so many qualities that do not work with social media. I'm an overthinker, I'm overly private, and those two personality traits just do not work when it comes to Instagram.

I am incredibly cynical, and I don't think that's something people would guess. People think I'm all positive, but I'm a skeptic.

The best thing about yoga is that it is not just about weight loss but being fit from within. It's about better concentration, a calmer mind, and knowing your body.

Indian audiences these days aren't really interested in watching a character on screen evolve. They don't want to see a young girl evolve into being a partner and enter motherhood - they are only really concerned about the story. As long as the story is getting interesting with every passing episode, they want more.

I hate to say it, but I am not used to travelling light. I always prefer being ready for any situation! So, a lot of things go with me wherever I go.

There has been a positive change with people being aware about women's cricket of late. It's still far from what it needs to be, but women are slowly getting the right recognition for this game.

There is a myth that is being perpetuated that I am afraid of snakes. And I am not afraid of snakes!

There's so many people involved in making a film.

Something I have learnt from my past trips is, however tired you are, make sure you make the most of the moment and the place you are in. The regret of missing out on things kicks in later on.

It's in my blood to welcome all possible challenges. So something that makes me step out of my comfort zone is what I love doing.