She was born into an academic family and like most good girls, wanted to become a doctor. But Bipasha Basu soon realised that she had more than her fair share of oomph. "And I started modelling... just like that," she says. Before long she was crowned the Godrej Cinthol Supermodel and soon after she made her Bollywood debut in Ajnabee. Her performances in films like Raaz, Jisrn and Aetbaar established her in the industry. Now, she is waiting to prove herself with films like Race and a romantic comedy from the Yash Raj stable
Would you like to be 16 again?
No, because I feel 14. I feel really young. I've got this from my mother What attracts you in a man?
I'm a very greedy person as I want the whole package - looks, body, smile and intelligence too. What car do you drive and what would you love to drive?
I drive a Porsche Cayenne. One day I would love to drive a Bentley Your most recent purchase and where did you buy it from?
I bought lots of health food and have also been pampered by Reebok's Fish Fry collection. The outdoor activity you love?
I like any activity near the beach. Also, hiking. When you get angry, you...?
I blurt it all out. You get put off by people when they...
Show unnecessary attitude. A childhood memory that is special to you?
The fact that I used to excel in my studies and always looked forward to my report card. If you woke up and found you had turned into a man, you would...
I hope I turn into a good looking actor as I love the power of the hero. Your first crush?
It was Keanu Reeves till my friends told me that he is gay If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
The fact that I'm extremely emotional. Need to harden up a bit. Your favourite outfit?
Short skirts. What sets your pulse racing?
Extreme workouts in the gym. Do you pray? If yes, to whom?
Yes. I follow all religions and pray to all Gods. The last holiday you went on...
I went to Cape Town for Valentine's Day. It was my first healthy holiday in the true sense. The best thing that has ever happened to you?
My younger sister Vijayeta, my nephew Anitej and my niece Nirajita. What perfume do you wear?
Truly Pink by Vera Wang. What if your partner cheated on you?
I would say goodbye immediately. Two ways in which you have changed in the last ten years?
I think I have changed a lot in the last three years as I have finally started living for myself. The one film you can see again and again?
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron. The restaurant you love going to?
Spices at the Mariott in Bombay and also the coffee shop at Lands End.
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