Aishwarya Rai Quotes

  • On being compared to Rekha in the original version of Umrao Jaan (1981): "For me, as an actor, it`s a special experience to get the opportunity to play Umrao Jaan who has been already iconised on our celluloid. When I played Paro in Devdas, I went through...
  • Indian cinema has begun to be recognized globally. And it`s very important for us to make our presence felt at important events such as Cannes. I feel there should be more Indian representation at festivals. India is producing such a large cross section o...
  • I am not comfortable about kissing or nudity. I am clear about what I want. I`ll work only with good directors who`ll offer me two-dimensional roles. The director and the role are most important. (Movie Mag International, September 2004)
  • I don`t believe in proving a point to anybody. Nobody is that important.
  • Upon hearing that Julia Roberts had said that Aishwarya was the most beautiful woman she had ever seen: "That was embarrassing; at first I didn`t believe she said that. I thought it was a rumor started by a journalist. But it`s sweet. She`s an incredible ...
Name Aishwarya Rai
Age 34
Height 5' 7"  (170 cm)
Eye Color Blue
Hair Color Brown - Dark
Date of Birth November 1, 1973
Birthplace Mangalore, Karnataka
Star Sign Scorpio
Nationality India
Occupation Actress