An Exclusive Interview With Kajol

Actress Kajol on maintaining a balancing act between the movies and motherhood

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The perception in Bollywood is that you have a 'don't-care-a-damn' attitude.
I am not a rebel. I just live life my way. I walk a path only when I feel that it is the right way to go. Most people do not agree with me, but I guess it’s they who are at the wrong end.

Were you a brat as a kid?
I was the most spanked kid at home. My mother has horrifying memories of beating me up with badminton racquets, plates and whatever she could lay her hands on!

Unexpected decisions are your trademark, what say?
People were surprised when I decided to get married at the peak of my acting career. But Bollywood formats don't work for me. As of now, I am not quitting — I just need some free time off. I will be back to acting as soon as something seems right.

Will you sign up for a film?
At present, I am happiest playing the role of mom to little Nysa. Motherhood and a career on hold is an intentional decision. Babies are a responsibility one can't run away from.

  Do you always take responsibility for your actions?
My mother gave me the freedom to do what I liked, but she insisted that I be responsible for what I did. I have no regrets; there is no looking back for me.


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