Get to know... Ishika Gagneja

The Dangal actor is shooting for her next role, indulging in skincare and wishing she could teleport

Get to know... Ishika Gagneja

• Currently I am

  Shooting for a new project, working on my craft, and attending dance classes.

• High point in life

  Watching myself as a child artist in Dangal on the big screen. Also, being part of Border 2.

• Low point in life

  The 2020 lockdown. It was stressful, but spending time with family, working out and journaling helped me come out stronger.

• On my playlist

  Iktara, from Wake up Sid; Ishq Da Chehra, from Border 2; Ajib Dastan Hai Yeh, from Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai.

• One thing I would never buy

  Shortcuts that feel dishonest. I’d rather take the long route with hard work, consistency, and intention.

• Today I’m craving

  Homemade rajma rice.

• Last thing I ordered online

  Skincare and haircare.

• App I check before bed

  WhatsApp, to make sure I haven’t missed anything important.

• Advice I’d give my 18-year-old self

  Believe in yourself — you’re amazing.

• My favourite subject in school

  Mathematics. I loved the challenge and clarity that came with solving problems.

• I’d swipe right on

  Kindness.

• My secret skill

  Reading people and understanding their energy.

• A superpower I wish I had

  Teleportation, to visit loved ones any time.

• My favourite Sunday memory

  Watching films with family, eating home-cooked food and playing outdoors.

• My plans for next Sunday

  Lunch with friends and dinner with family

• My most star-struck moment

  Meeting Sridevi while shooting for Dhadak.

• My favourite bad habit

  Overthinking and overanalysing things unnecessarily.