Top 15 remarkable quotes by Simi Garewal – Times of India

Simi Garewal is a celebrated Indian actress, director, producer, and talk show host, renowned for her impactful roles in classic films. She gained fame through her performances in iconic movies such as ‘Mera Naam Joker‘, where she played the role of Mary, and ‘Karz’, where she portrayed the character of Kamini Verma. Other notable films include ‘Do Badan’, ‘Seema’, ‘Ahsaas’ and ‘Siddhartha‘, showcasing her versatility and talent.
In addition to her film career, Garewal is well-known for her talk show, ‘Rendezvous with Simi Garewal’. This talk show has inspired countless aspiring individuals through her insightful conversations with Bollywood celebrities and beyond. Known for her impactful conversations, her words serve as a powerful motivation.
Here are top 15 remarkable quotes by Simi Garewal:
“With a mind full of determination, hard labour and a long wait, I did manage to prove my talent.”
“I’ve never been satisfied with doing just one thing. I was never only an actress, or a TV anchor or whatever.”
“When people said I was ahead of my time I took it as a compliment. It meant I was doing things that weren’t in vogue.”
“I enjoy interviews with strangers. Knowing a guest is a disadvantage.”
“As I have said, I am not a war monger, nor am I a politician and I do not know anything about handling clever military operations.”
“When I announced that I wanted to become an actress, my parents were dead against it. I had to put up a huge fight.”
“As a rule, I do not speak to my guests before the interviews.”
“When ‘Rendezvous’ went on air, it got terrible reviews. Later, it became a benchmark for the other shows.”
“Most of us fall into categories – there’s always the lover and the beloved, guest and host, giver and taker.”
“I got married at 27, within three months of knowing my ex-husband long distance. I knew the moment I’d done it, it won’t work.”
“It’s important for women to be financially independent and in control of their lives.”
“A woman’s professional achievements are always overlooked.”
“I spend my birthday at home close to the people who matter to me. That’s the way I like it.”
“At 17, I fell in love with my neighbour – the Maharaja of Jamnagar. It was a turbulent and passionate affair that lasted for three years.”
“Everyone always accused me of being so comfortable with the guests because I knew everybody. But when I went to interview Jackie Chan in Hong Kong, I didn’t know him from Adam.”