Growing up with Koli boys is a different experience. It teaches you survival.

I have had my share of relationships and broken hearts, so there has been a proper balance in life.

The only competition I actually want is with my own self, and for me, work comes above all.

People loving my performances give me a kick.

The benefits of a healthy, thriving relationship may not be nearly as exciting as watching your career take off, but both aspects of your life are equally important.

I always wanted to write. But honestly I'm glad I didn't do it back when I was twenty-five or so, when it's now clear to me that I was a very poor writer and could've ruined my career before it even started.

I've always loved doing research. I remember doing a research project on the Babylonian numeral system in the eighth grade and thinking, 'This is pretty awesome - is this really a job you can have?' This led me toward a career as an academic, although it took me until college to realise that economics was the right field.

It's hard for a hit to be bad for your career.