Meghana Raj Quotes

Being a Kathak dancer, learning Bharathanatyam was a challenge as it was not that subtle, when compared to my natural form of dance.

In ‘Maad Dad,’ I play Lal’s wife, who dies quite young. I’ve gone completely retro to fit into the role of his traditional wife.

Director Aji John has a style of filmmaking that will surely appeal to all.

I don’t want to be typecast as a heroine doing just glamorous roles.

I was fascinated by my parents as I would visit them on the sets. Since we were a nuclear family I always accompanied my parents to their shoots and I liked the atmosphere there.

Whether I’m in a sari or a mini skirt hardly matters as long as the role I do in a film is substantial and makes a difference.

I have always accepted films based on what my role is. Of course, I do look at who is playing the lead opposite me, the producer and the director.

‘Allama’ is a period film set in the 12th century, for which I had to sport a different look. The story is about a mystic saint and Vachana poet Allama Prabhu and I play a dancer in it.

Each and every vote counts. For a better nation, please go ahead and vote.

Chiru and I always knew we’d end up being with each other. Our families have known each other for a long time.

Apart from acting, I love singing as well.

I love chocolate in any form, be it cookies, cakes or milkshakes.

Chiru is very supportive of my acting career and always pushes me to do good work. In fact, he expects me to continue my acting career even after the marriage.

Yes, doing a Kannada film is like a homecoming. This industry is like family to me. I have known people here since my childhood.

In fact, my role in ‘Jinda’ was tough because I couldn’t relate to it in any way.

People would say that I looked good on screen but they could not cast me as I was bit overweight. It was never an issue in Malayalam films. Now, that I have lost some weight, they ask me if there is something wrong with me? It is just a matter of perception.

Imagine a superstar of his stature coming to someone like me and saying, ‘Hi Meghana, I’m Mohanlal. Nice to meet you!’ I was so taken aback by his politeness.

I like feel-good fiction and mysteries.

My place is cemented in Malayalam films. Malayalam is not my language and it felt alien to me. But for them, I am someone from Karnataka who could deliver.

My parents have been a great strength to me. They never forced me into anything, and I have the final say.

Singing was a liberating experience for me.

Acting with my parents was nerve-wracking. If they watch me act on the sets I feel nervous and blocked.

Apart from popular actors like Mammootty and Mohanlal, I knew nothing about Malayalam, but I got to learn so many things which became a strong base in my profession.

For me, Mother’s Day means giving undivided attention to my mother. It’s not about buying her luxurious stuff, it’s about giving her my complete attention when she is talking, discussing something, and I think it’s the best gift for her.

I am in love with Kareena Kapoor. I have watched all her films and buy brands that are endorsed by her.

Oh, I get compared to my mum in many way, be it looks, the performance or whatever else, but none of this seems like a negative.

Playback singing has always been my dream.

I know that it has been a long time since ‘Punda,’ my first Kannada film, released, but I was determined to wait for a good subject for my next film in Kannada.

I workout regularly with a trainer. It is relaxing for me.

I had to unlearn everything, as Maya’s character is the essence of ‘Allama.’ She reflects feminism, an in-depth and powerful role where she feels that she can never lose.

Bubbly roles and running around trees don’t satiate an actor’s quest for the best.

Malayalam cinema has given me the biggest break and has been like a school for me on how to perform.

‘Punda’ marks my entry into Kannada and ‘Krishnaleelai’ will be my Tamil debut. It was a good experience shooting for both the films.

In Telugu, they treat an actor or actress with great importance, and the Kannada industry is like home for me, I feel most comfortable working here.

I have never been someone who chooses a film according to the language. Since I am comfortable with Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam, the scope of the film is all that matters to me.

It feels good to be back in the Kannada film industry and I’m overwhelmed by the love of the people here.

I never planned to act in Malayalam. ‘Yakshiyum Njanum’ just happened and everything else just followed.

I’m someone who loves watches.

There have been times when our career is uncertain, the film industry can be beautiful and judgmental at the same time. There are times when I thought of staying back and giving up.

It is okay, I believe it is not wrong for the industry or the audience to think that a lead actress must look a certain way or have a body of a certain type.