Shamna Kasim

Landing substantial and author-backed roles is indeed very gratifying.

— Shamna Kasim

I have complete faith and trust in our criminal justice system.

— Shamna Kasim

When I am not acting or practising dance, you'll find me fast asleep!

— Shamna Kasim

Asking Muslims to stay away from social media is downright absurd.

— Shamna Kasim

I don't want to star in films for the sake of acting.

— Shamna Kasim

My first stage performance was when I was just four.

— Shamna Kasim

I am more comfortable working in Tamil films rather than in Malayalam.

— Shamna Kasim

I've been performing from the age of three.

— Shamna Kasim

I have regretted saying no' to a director who wanted to bank on my dancing skills for an amazing role in the…

— Shamna Kasim

I love experimenting with roles and that's what keeps me hungry for versatile roles.

— Shamna Kasim

There have been ups and downs in my life, and at a point of time, I had thought of even quitting from…

— Shamna Kasim

Just because I am a Muslim doesn't mean that I need to live in a certain way and sport a certain look.

— Shamna Kasim

Don't compare me to veteran actor Lakshmi who immortalised Julie in director Sethumadhavan's Chattakkari.' It's so unnerving.

— Shamna Kasim

I am thrilled with Suvarna Sundari,' which is very unique and I play one of the three women characters.

— Shamna Kasim

I am not called for good roles in Malayalam films for reasons which I cannot fathom.

— Shamna Kasim

A lot of substantial roles are coming my way from Tamil and Telugu, and I am happy with the way my career…

— Shamna Kasim

In Santhosh Sethumadhavan's remake of the yesteryear hit, Chattakkari,' I was required to wear short skirts and frocks as I play an…

— Shamna Kasim

As a person who keeps away from horror flicks for fear of losing sleep over it - not just for days but…

— Shamna Kasim

I was doubtful whether I can play overly glamorous characters, as I am not slim. But, I was amazed at the kind…

— Shamna Kasim

When people question me too much, I generally ask them if such rules are applicable to someone like actor Mammootty. They reply,…

— Shamna Kasim

At times, I would decide to keep myself completely free for a week to relax. But, after the second day, I would…

— Shamna Kasim

To be frank, I am confused. If an actress does a cameo dance sequence, it is often referred to as an item…

— Shamna Kasim

I go by the script and the director. Decisions about signing on the dotted line are mine. Of course, mom and dad…

— Shamna Kasim

After donning an item number in Rajadhi Raja,' I got a string of offers to perform similar characters. But I consciously rejected…

— Shamna Kasim

Like every girl, I had dreams of marriage, but I got victimized in a cheating scandal. When the proposal came through the…

— Shamna Kasim

Your performance should be acclaimed. If awards come, I am happy.

— Shamna Kasim

Wearing wigs don't work for all characters.

— Shamna Kasim

In fact, dance is an extension of who I am.

— Shamna Kasim

Rarely do heroine-oriented films happen in the film industry.

— Shamna Kasim

I sometimes just break down and cry.

— Shamna Kasim

I love simple dresses and use only minimal make up.

— Shamna Kasim

There are several talented Malayali actresses, but still M-Town directors choose actresses from other states.

— Shamna Kasim

Dance gives me a lot of confidence and helps me overcome all my insecurities in personal and professional life.

— Shamna Kasim

There are offers, but I would sign the dotted line only when a project excites me enough to spare time for it.

— Shamna Kasim

If I want to do realistic cinema and convince the audience in authentic roles, I have to walk the extra mile.

— Shamna Kasim

I am glad that I had to work my way up and was not handed anything on a platter.

— Shamna Kasim

People think if you are an actor or a social figure, you have more freedom in life. But that's not the case.

— Shamna Kasim

I'm friends with many actors across the southern film industry, who've been my co-stars, too, and with whom I share a great…

— Shamna Kasim

Ever since I gave the nod for Chattakari,' I've been flooded with offers from the Malayalam film industry, like never before.

— Shamna Kasim

What leads me is the conviction that as an artiste, attempting versatile roles will help me improve.

— Shamna Kasim