My parents are very democratic and liberal people who made the mistake of being democratic and liberal in the upbringing of their children! And in my case, they are still paying for it! Paying in the literal sense as well. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
When I grew up, I realised what an amazing thing my parents did. It was such a big deal for my mom, a middle class woman, to decide to leave her children and husband to go and do her Ph.D.… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
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… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
There have been instances when people have told me that I look too intelligent to be an actress. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
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. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
Frankly, Indian women inherit this collective cultural unconscious - this sense of guilt, shame, and dishonour. I think Indian girls need to become shameless… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
I never saw myself as a character actor or a lead actor; I've only seen myself as just an actor. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
I love acting, though I don't like the frills around it - red-carpet appearances, dressing up to look a certain way. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
I was once caught climbing out of the classroom window while bunking a class. I lied that I had to go to the bathroom… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
Let me be honest - I might do a franchise film like 'Golmaal' if it comes my way. Eventually, we are all in Mumbai… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
Once, I had a huge fight on a film set with an actor who threw tea on a spot boy's face. I refused to… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
You have to look beyond your known limited experience. Politics should be based on compassion. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
Being unapologetic about my body, my sexuality, my life's decisions is a political belief that, as a feminist, I strongly espouse. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
Bollywood, as an industry, is based on relationships. It has always been star-driven, and it has an element of feudalism. — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
I was an avid 'Chitrahaar' and 'Superhit Muqqabala' watcher. We did not have cable TV for a long time, so that was my only… — Swara Bhaskar Copy Share Image
