Obviously I think I've been very lucky, to start off with such a good break, and to have a film that not only was a hit but where I didn't have to compromise ... in terms of doing a mindless movie. (Kalki Koechlin)

Obviously I think I've been very lucky, to start off with such a good break, and to have a film that not only was a hit but where I didn't have to compromise ... in terms of doing a mindless movie.

Kalki Koechlin

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