The one question I am often asked is why are you still single - Rekha : Bollywood News

In life everyone undergoes a lot of transformations, both outer and inner. What would you say about yourself? Now seems like forever. Now is all that you have. At the age of 10, I was an old soul. I was fully aware of what I wanted, who I was. That was more than 40 years ago. Of course one makes mistakes, asks questions, why me. But Amma used to say, karam kar, phal mat soch. Of course, there were hard times when I first entered the industry. I wondered why I was stabbed behind my back, for no fault of mine. Then she taught me that its much more of a responsibility for me to be a better person. More compassionate, more patient, more resilient and more in control. She used to say, never look back - move ahead... the moment has passed.

From the times of Khoobsurat to Silsila to Khiladiyon Ke Khiladi and Krissh, youve left many wondering on how you keep looking more beautiful with time. Whats the secret? Its no secret, really! I am a spontaneous person. There is no end to the fruits of spontaneity. Ive always believed that I am an old soul, captured in a timeless body - not an ageless one. I dont give importance to physicality. Real beauty is what happens naturally, when you dont plan for it. The minute you have to make an effort, or are conscious about it, it vanishes. You are a product of your environment. My mother created a nurturing atmosphere for us when we were growing up. She was a living example of a loving, simple and disciplined life. There were rituals and chores that Ive been practicing for the past 30 years, created my own individual space, re-taught myself her teachings. My beauty is merely her reflection.

Youve always been a style icon and are looked-up for the way you dress. However, it is said that you never pick any designers to style your look and style it yourself. Please comment. I dont know about being a style icon. This generation doesnt have many personalities. Ours had tons. My strong role models include my mother, my Choti Ma Savitri, my Bodi Ma Babji, Lataji, Ashaji, Meena Kumari, Nargis Dutt, Gayatri Devi, Indira Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Jennifer Kapoor, Sophia Loren, Tina Turner and even a Bai, who works at 10 different homes, takes care of her kids and drunkard husband, but always has a smile on her face, glowing skin and long hair. Its a question of character! These days it is virtually impossible to store all the clothes people buy. Most of what they wear is sourced from designers, who want their clothes to be shown on stars. So, I guess it works both ways. But I only go out a few times a year, that too for formal functions. So I reinvent my existing sarees with a new twist. I have hundreds of` such tricks. I am creative at redesigning outfits and camouflaging. Ive never been one to follow trends. Ive always designed my own clothes and known exactly what suits me. Also, I am very fascinated by my South Indian roots, and am very very proud of it. Hence, you see me in Kanjivarams on most occasions.

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