A learning experience is the best way to sum up my first film credit. It's hard to break into the film industry, and it was a minor role but still my only shot at the movies while I was doing theater.

I am constantly evolving. If I believe in a particular philosophy today, I may have a contradictory opinion tomorrow.

I'm not sure if career can be planned.

I was always motivated to make my parents proud and wait for that one opportunity. Finally, it happened with 'Yevade Subramanyam,' and since then, I have never looked back.

Families, community leaders, and others must create the public will to address the challenges facing black girls and other girls of color as well by listening to them, valuing their experiences, and becoming actively involved in creating policies and innovative programs that promote their well-being.

More than 180 countries around the world have ratified CEDAW, some with reservations. While the United States signed the treaty in 1981, it is one of the few countries that have not yet ratified it. As a global leader for human rights and equality, I believe our country should adopt this resolution and ratify the CEDAW treaty.

There's a void of leadership in a lot of Washington. I think one of the reasons why there's so much angst across the country.

Whether you're a founder, a leader, or an individual contributor, building a strong team is critical to your success.