Indian - Actress | April 9, 1988 -
I never saw myself as a character actor or a lead actor; I've only seen myself as just an actor.
Swara Bhaskar
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Bollywood, as an industry, is based on relationships. It has always been star-driven, and it has an element of feudalism.
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I've been propositioned by men who were in a position to cast me. I lost a few roles because I didn't give in.
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Being unapologetic about my body, my sexuality, my life's decisions is a political belief that, as a feminist, I strongly espouse.
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All my life I have faced this awkwardness, as I almost sound like a guy. In fact, whenever I would call my friends, their dads would say, 'Hold on son.'
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Honestly, and seriously, I know I have to do a Telugu film. It was my grandmother's dream to see me in a Telugu film before she died. I couldn't fulfil her dream before she passed away, but I don't want to let go of it, either.
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I am a greedy, selfish actor, and for me, my role is important.
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Bottom line is, off-beat film or commercial films, Tollywood or Bollywood, it's the role that matters to me.
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I have become a little more cynical and, I would like to believe, a little wiser. When I first came to Mumbai, I was very idealistic. Now I can look anyone in the face and tell a lie. But I'm in a good place.
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I love acting, though I don't like the frills around it - red-carpet appearances, dressing up to look a certain way.
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I was once caught climbing out of the classroom window while bunking a class. I lied that I had to go to the bathroom and the exit was crowded. The principal believed me.
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Lately, I have realised that as an actor, I am representing certain aspirations to the world, and it's important that I respect the love people have for me.
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